Tax fights and blame in Kansas budget battle
The Kansas Legislature's record tax hike to cover Brownback era tax cuts sparks finger pointing. Voters are urged to blame themselves for political stances that block compromise and to rethink no tax increase pledges as funds run short and budgets tighten.
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Editorial jab over Kansas longest session ends beef event remark
Readers at GCTelegram.com react to the long Kansas legislative session and Beef Empire Days coverage. Comments condemn lawmakers while praising community efforts and gratitude. Sue Pearson is cited in connection with the Beef Empire Days feature in today's edition.
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Hastert hush money case highlights lobbying links
Former House speaker indicted over alleged cover up of 3.5 million dollars in hush payments to a man he allegedly abused years ago. The piece critiques lobbying access and the revolving door between government and big business, noting figures from Daschle to Clinton and the broader money driven political system.
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Rubio headlines spark Times bias debate in GOP race
The New York Times faces critique over two Rubio stories arguing he lives beyond his means. The pieces flag four traffic tickets, a family mortgage, debt from student loans, and a luxury boat to paint a negative financial portrait. Viewpoints vary on whether these personal finances are fair game for a presidential candidate.
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Kansas Legislature Falls From Grace In Budget Debacle
In a chaotic week the Kansas House failed to pass a regressive tax bill despite Senate support. The split chamber adjourned amid heated rhetoric as Gov Brownback and GOP leaders faced collapse of a budget plan, marking a dramatic fall from legislative civility.
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