Road promises in Kansas politics echo past campaigns
A guest editorial argues Kansas politicians routinely promise highway and infrastructure gains to win votes. It cites Hayden's 1986 success and Brownback era funding cuts, noting ongoing concerns about T Works, highway sweeps, and Colyer's campaign pledges ahead of the Aug 7 Republican primary. It urges realistic solutions and warns voters not to be misled.
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Mike Hayden
Sam Brownback
Brownback
Jeff Colyer
Colyer
First Amendment Text Cited as Core Rights in U S History
The First Amendment prohibits government establishment of religion and protects free exercise speech press plus the right to peaceably assemble and petition for redress of grievances, forming a foundation for civic liberties in the United States.
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GOP Primary Signals A Shift In Kansas Governor Race
Kansas Republicans face a varied field for governor with Kris Kobach and Jeff Colyer pushing hard right and a moderate Jim Barnett backing expanded Medicaid and public school funding. Ken Selzer emphasizes efficiency, while other candidates campaign on business and infrastructure. The outcome depends on the primary and Trump’s influence, shaping the general election dynamics.
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GOP
Kris Kobach
Jeff Colyer
Kansas Insurance
Ken Selzer
Jim Barnett
Joseph Tutera
Tyler Ruzich
Patrick Kucera
Donald Trump
Hillary Clinton
Trump
Colyer
Selzer
Barnett
Stottlemire Endorsed as Franklin County Commissioner Candidate
Endorsement notes Don Stottlemire as the right choice for Franklin County commissioner. The author, a former Franklin County commissioner and chair of the Kansas County Commissioners Association, praises his knowledge, work ethic, and collaboration on state issues and regional development efforts.
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Franklin County
Don
Kansas County Commissioners Association
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Don Webster as Franklin County Commissioner Nominee
Lyle Webber lauds DonWebster a longtime Conservation and Development Board chair and RC&D leader. He notes grant funding and Hunters Feeding the Hungry aid benefiting Franklin County six-county region, urging voters to back his candidacy for county commissioner.
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Rc&d Association
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Franklin County
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