Slattery pitches vision and experience for Kansas governor
Democratic candidate Slattery argues voters should prioritize vision and active management. He contrasts his 12 years in Congress and problem solving with Republican Bill Graves. Early polls show Graves ahead as he consolidates party support. Slattery counters that Kansas needs a visionary leader who will tackle jobs, crime, and health care.
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Slattery targets Graves in Kansas governor race clash
Topeka attorney Jim Slattery, a former congressman and Democrat, contests Bill Graves's claim to experience and frames himself as a fresh government reformer. He highlights agricultural roots, business start ups, and legislative service as contrast to Graves. Graves faces GOP backing while Slattery emphasizes independence from Washington.
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Family runs Gorham Telephone in small Kansas town
Gorham Telephone Company, serving about 335 customers in Gorham and Waldo, Kansas, remains a family business after 50 years. John Murphy, president and GM, works with his wife Judy, son Mike, daughters Melinda Shoemaker and Jennifer, and brother Bill. The firm began with party lines and later moved to single party and dial service, now run from a near computer-like center. The Murphy grandchildren add a playful background as succession plans loom for the future.
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