Debatable gatekeeping at Kansas governor forum in 2014
The Kansas State Fair debate includes Brownback and Davis but may exclude Libertarian Keen Umbehr. WIBW and hosts set entry rules requiring poll support, funds, and a staffed office. Umbehr lacks required donations, while Colyer’s money move is noted as a tactic. The editorial questions the broader two party emphasis.
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Erosion of authenticity haunts Brownback in Kansas race
H Edward Flentje argues Gov. Sam Brownback cannot escape a credibility deficit that predates his tax cuts. He cites misstatements, defense shifts, and starved education funding as fueling voter distrust and an uphill bid for reelection against Paul Davis.
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Punishing Africa for Buying Our Exports in the 1600s
Tina Dupuy argues U S trade policy links to religious zealotry and human rights. She notes Uganda and Nigeria's anti LGBT laws influence AGOA reviews and urges economic opportunity growth over sanctions. She condemns hypocrisy in American and Western Europe rights progress and calls out political figures.
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