Missouri voters reject key part of health reform
Missouri voters backed Proposition C by about 71 percent to block requiring health insurance. The measure challenges the federal mandate and signals voter frustration with Washington before the midterms. Supporters cite states’ rights. opponents warn of higher costs to cover the uninsured and limited impact if federal law supersedes state law.
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Moran Beats Tiahrt In Close Kansas Senate Race
Moran wins the Republican Kansas Senate nomination in a tight contest against Tiahrt. Johnston, a Baker University administrator from Overland Park, rose from a five person Democratic primary including Sen. Haley and Schollenberger. Moran vows unity while Tiahrt concedes and pledges to back GOP candidates. Moran expected to win November in the GOP stronghold.
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Former Kansas House Speaker Neufeld Loses Seat
Former Kansas House Speaker Melvin Neufeld loses re election in the Republican primary to Garrett Love in the 115th House District of western Kansas. Final unofficial results show a margin over 1,000 votes. Neufeld previously served as speaker in 2007 2008 after a long legislative career starting in 1984.
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