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Orman says Kansas voter irritation with parties opens his path to be governor

by Jim McLean, Kansas News Service Four years ago, Greg Orman made an independent and notable challenge to Republican U.S. Pat Roberts’ run for re-election. Now the wealthy businessman has his sights set on the governor’s office, contending that voter frustration with the two-party system gives him a path to victory in November. “What is … Continue reading “Orman says Kansas voter irritation with parties opens his path to be governor”

Here’s who’s snarfing up more money than Kobach in Kansas governor’s race

by Jim McLean, Kansas News Service Campaign reports filed this week show a bunched field breaking from the starting gate in the Kansas race for governor. Some handicappers’ favorites — notably Secretary of State Kris Kobach — trail at the rear of the pack. Still, only a few of the dozen candidates thought to hold … Continue reading “Here’s who’s snarfing up more money than Kobach in Kansas governor’s race”

Governor calls for $600 million in school funding over five years

This evening, Gov. Sam Brownback recommended $600 million in additional funding for Kansas public schools, to be spread over five years. In his State of the State speech, the governor also recommended that legislators pass a constitutional amendment on school finance that would prevent future court battles. “The people of Kansas expect results,” Gov. Brownback … Continue reading “Governor calls for $600 million in school funding over five years”