Guest Editorial Dumb gun law
The Garden City Telegram argues Kansas has seen a drop in concealed carry permit applications due to a 2015 law that removed training and qualification requirements. The piece urges mandatory training and broader safety measures, noting recent moves to restrict guns in hospitals but not on campuses. It links higher risk to more permissive laws and calls for responsible ownership.
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Pragmatic conservatives win in Kansas voters turn away ideologues
Kansas voters backed pragmatic conservatives who restored a balanced tax structure and funded schools after four years of tax experiments. They rejected attempts to pack the Kansas Supreme Court, sought to curb executive overreach, and reestablished procedures that align with historical fiscal prudence and judicial independence. at Wichita State University.
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Nonpartisan fall elections test Kansas politics
The upcoming August nonpartisan primary and November general election will reveal how politicized local offices remain as city and school board races shift to fall. Parties may train candidates, hint at affiliations, and influence turnout while voters focus on local concerns. Their effect on budgets and governance could grow as new officials gain time to learn operations. The trend invites scrutiny of subtle party signals and campaign dynamics. Leader Martin Hawver notes the shifting landscape.
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