Colyer support and caution in Ottawa growth talk
James A. Marples analyzes Lt. Gov. Jeff Colyer's remarks at Ottawa's 14th Eggs and Issues breakfast, praising Ottawa's management while warning of Kansas fiscal strain under Brownback. He questions Colyer's readiness, notes potential tax hikes, and contrasts state leadership with national religious questions amid Brownback's ambassadorship.
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Outsourcing Kansas tax filing sparks trust concerns
Kansas plans to privatize processing of income tax envelopes, sorting, and forwarding to the State General Fund. The move could cost about 40 state jobs and tests trust in nonstate workers, raising questions about civil service protections and taxpayer safeguards. Martin Hawver notes the shift in Hawver's Capitol Report.
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Presidential Twitter Attacks Highlight Anthem Protests
The piece surveys Donald Trump’s posts on NFL player protests during the national anthem and contrasts them with reflections from George W. Bush and Barack Obama. It argues patriotism lies in beliefs, not just symbols, and criticizes political weaponization of sacred rituals. Davis Merritt comments on moral leadership.
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