Leadership controversy hits Kansas National Guard ranks
Investigation finds toxic leadership and inaction by leaders under Tafanelli’s adjutant general tenure. Retired Col Slusher and Sgt Hunt describe pressure to forge enlistment documents and a culture that rewarded expediency over moral conduct, highlighting political patronage and a lack of term limits as systemic flaws.
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Nathan Hunt
Atchison County
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Amrine
Kansas
Craig Jackson
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David Dunbar
Rubio
Capital-Journal
Air Guard
Paul Cope
James Crosby
Alaniz
Crosby
Ken Weishaar
Taylor
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Hin
Tam
Richard Haney
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Tafanelli faces Kansas Guard toxic leadership fallout
The adjutant general of the Kansas National Guard defends troops amid an internal leadership probe. He cites 7000+ personnel serving in war, disasters, and emergencies and says misconduct will not tarnish their legacy. Gov Brownback backs Tafanelli while investigators urge discipline for several officers.
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Kansas lawmakers weigh tax hikes to restore brackets
Kansas legislators debate restoring a three bracket income tax system reversed under Brownback. Supporters cite budget shortfalls. opponents warn about burden on working and middle classes. Budget and school finance reform loom as lawmakers consider cuts, new formulas, or revenue options.
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Anthony Hensley
D-Topeka
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Ward
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R-Olathe
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