Editorial condemns Brownback era led by extremes in Kansas
The piece accuses Gov Sam Brownback of poor leadership and reckless tax cuts, credits lawmakers for overriding his veto, and criticizes allies Susan Wagle and Kris Kobach. It urges voters to reject their gubernatorial ambitions and warns against far right influence threatening Kansas fiscal recovery.
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Guest editorials reflect diverse reader opinions
The Herald publishes guest editorials to present a range of viewpoints from readers. Views expressed are not necessarily those of The Herald or its editor.
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Affordable Care: Really? Reader Forum reply analysis
A reader responds to Joe Ferguson’s ACA piece, urging a root-cause evaluation of ACA failures. The writer argues GOP opposition to Medicaid expansion, universal coverage debates, and state protections, naming Mitt Romney, Pat Roberts, Kansas, and Trump while urging informed civic engagement.
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Kansas lawmakers face higher taxes and shrinking paychecks
Legislators spent the week in parade mode while a historic tax bill neared enactment. The measure will raise about 600 million dollars in annual state revenue and trigger higher withholdings starting this year, with permanent higher rates set for January 2018. The piece notes the impact on workers and the political dynamics as lawmakers return home. Martin Hawver, publisher of Hawver's Capitol Report, discusses the fallout.
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