Dysfunction in Congress Needs Kansas Leaders to Rebuild Diplomacy
Editorial argues 113th Congress shows severe dysfunction as bills cater to fringe blocs, executive orders fill gaps, and gridlock persists. It urges Kansas delegation including Mo rán, Roberts, Huelskamp, Jenkins, Yoder, Pompeo to model statesmanship, push bipartisanship, and restore citizen trust amid five week recess and looming elections.
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Lynn Jenkins
Kevin Yoder
Mike Pompeo
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John Cassidy
U.S. Senate
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Harry Reid
D-Ney
Campaign finance reports set tone for 2014 Kansas races
Hawver notes that on Jan 10 candidates for statewide and House seats must file ethics reports detailing funds raised and sources. Incumbents and challengers aim to show seriousness, with Brownback’s past $500,000 in hand and Davis Docking entering the gubernatorial bid. The figures will shape perceptions of readiness and potential fundraising strength for the coming year.
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Mike Peter
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Brenda Landwehr
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Paul Davis
D-Lawrence
Jill Docking
Tom Holland
Baldwin City
Davis
ADHD Diagnosis Debate Mirrors Drug Industry Push
Rich Lowry critiques how ADHD is diagnosed and treated, citing a New York Times exposé and Keith Conners. He notes high and rising rates, industry influence, and concerns over overdiagnosis, while acknowledging legitimate cases and the role of prescription stimulants.
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