Kansas tax cut plan blamed for job lag and deficits
Our View argues Sam Brownback's 2012 tax cuts failed to boost private sector hiring, widening revenue shortfalls and deficits. It criticizes the governor for resisting change and outlines concerns about cuts to schools and services versus his reelection opponent Paul Davis. It notes KPI claims and Koch-backed economic aims as part of the ongoing debate.
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Brownback
Paul Davis
Gctelegram.com
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Kansas Policy Institute
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Downtown Vision grant sparks incubator bid debate in Kansas
An online comment on GCTelegram.com questions Pat Roberts and Tim Huelskamp positions on ag issues in Kansas. Nicole Lucas, executive director of Downtown Vision, describes a new grant to start a downtown business incubator. The exchange centers on accountability and prudent use of funds amid a Downtown Vision reputation.
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Tim Huelskamp
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Nicole Lucas
Downtown Vision
Pendulum of politics tilts as midterms loom on Hill
Kathleen Parker reflects on a looming midterm with Republicans possibly controlling both chambers. She warns against hubris, notes the pendulum swing from Obama era to potential conservative dominance, and urges victors to govern with pragmatism amid threats like ISIS and Ebola. She stresses Americans seek stability and a balanced approach.
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Memories of Aunt Millie in Alzheimer's Care
A first visit to California relatives in 1969 opens with family warmth then shifts to Aunt Millie’s decline. In a care facility she clings to memory, asking if she lives there and why she must pay, while a fleeting moment of connection over a Temptations song reveals grace amid loss.
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Aunt Millie
Editorial: Paul Davis as radical tax raiser in Kansas
A Telegram opinion argues the governor race features Paul Davis as a risky choice. It claims Kansas tax cuts under Brownback are working, asserts Davis offers only a vague tax commission plan, and questions endorsements from recently ousted Republicans while urging continued support for limited government and responsible spending.
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Paul Davis
Kansas
Sam Brownback
Davis
Orman Senate Bid Promises Reform To Heal Washington
Karen Beckerman of Garden City urges voters to back Greg Orman for the US Senate, arguing Washington is broken, citing Founders warnings about factions, and pledging cooperation over partisan interests to defend the republic and one person one vote.
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