Conservatives shift gains in Kansas primaries
Activists backed by groups opposed to abortion helped Shallenburger win the Kansas governor’s race, beating Knight, Kerr, and Bloom. Gun rights groups aided Kline in the attorney general contest, while conservative Kreeds shaped the Board of Education races. The World Company poll had Knight leading before voters moved to Shallenburger.
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School board prioritizes learning growth and clearer scores
Lawrence school board members discuss raising learning standards for all students and the need to better interpret standardized test results. They urge earlier special education intervention, curriculum upgrades, and stronger leadership to motivate teachers and mentor newcomers while expanding community dialogue.
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Lawyers at ABA meeting critique Bush on terrorism and scandals
Washington AP report says members of the American Bar Association will use their annual meeting to press the Bush administration on the handling of investigations into terrorism and business scandals. Bush will not attend, citing scheduling, as Cheney and cabinet officials also stay away. The agenda includes civil liberties during terrorism probes, access to lawyers for arrestees, and military tribunals after September 11.
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Unity lauded at GOP event in Topeka and Wichita
Kansas Republicans praised unity at a breakfast event in Topeka and Wichita as they discussed small business concerns and education funding. Tim Shallenburger highlighted a no tax pledge while Kerr and Knight cited strong anti tax appeal. Sebelius signaled spending review and tax risk avoidance.
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