Generation X urged to lead in Kansas politics
In Kansas a call goes out for Gen X to step into leadership as the 40s- to 50s-era politicians face questions of aging, effectiveness, and future reforms. Key figures include Derek Schmidt and Kris Kobach, with Paul Davis urged to offer a clear, ambitious state-wide vision beyond cautious campaigning.
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D-Lawrence
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Save Kansas editorial calls to curb ultraconservative control in Kansas
The Kansas community group Save Kansas urges moderates from Republicans, Independents, and Democrats to oppose ultraconservative governance led by Gov. Sam Brownback. It criticizes tax reform, K-12 funding shifts, Medicaid KanCare expansion, public safety funding, and judicial independence. The piece notes key GOP primaries and urges informed voter engagement.
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Garden City
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St. John
Pink Triangle Yard Sign Sparks Restroom Legislation Debate
Online readers weigh in on a Flatland Big Band feature and questions surrounding proposed college and school restroom and locker room use. Musican Marc Webster notes a mission to keep jazz alive in western Kansas as part of the story.
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Telegram letters policy and contact details
The Telegram outlines policy for letters to the editor requiring signatures, writer address and phone number. Letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and brevity. Thank you notes are general. form letters, poems, and testimonials are not printed. Address Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 Email editor telegram.
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Approval voting could have altered the Trump Nomination
Kathleen Parker argues that confidence in Trump rests on a plurality not a majority, suggesting approval or ranked ballots could have prevented his ascent. She notes history from Bordas count to Condorcet methods and posits Kasich might have won under approval voting, leaving Trump on reality TV.
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Peter C. Fishburn
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Will There Be Blood After the Trump Victory
Leonard Pitts Jr. writes that the 2024 election raises fears of violence from radical right supporters. He cites past attacks and terrorism plots, warning that anger could erupt into deadly acts if Trump loses or wins, and urges readers to confront the potential for blood.
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Scott Leader
God Help Us
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Spokane
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Colorado Springs
Mark Potok
Intelligence Report
Southern Poverty Law Center
United States
Professor Michael A. Smith of Emporia State University
Michael A. Smith is identified as a professor of political science at Emporia State University.
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