My Fellow Kansans

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My Fellow Kansans: Live Roundtable Dec 14, 2018

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Kansas voters elected a new governor, Democrat Laura Kelly, who wants to promptly expand Medicaid eligibility, resolve a long-running lawsuit with more school funding, and address a crisis in the state's foster care system. But her ability to fulfill that agenda will depend on how willing a more conservative Legislature is to work with her.

My Fellow Kansans: Live With The Governor-Elect Dec 14, 2018

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With the election of Democrat Laura Kelly as governor, it appears Kansas is trending back to the center. But voters sent a mixed message as conservatives regained control of the Legislature.

My Fellow Kansans: 'Kansas Common Sense' Nov 19, 2018

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Well, fellow Kansans, it’s over.

My Fellow Kansans: Kelly Wins — A Minisode Nov 09, 2018

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A race that looked to be oh-so-close turned out to be a clear victory for Democrat Laura Kelly, the new governor-elect of Kansas.

My Fellow Kansans: Laura Kelly Nov 02, 2018

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If conservative firebrand Kris Kobach would continue Kansas on its path to the right, Democrat Laura Kelly would be its pivot back to center.

My Fellow Kansans: Kris Kobach Oct 29, 2018

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If there’s a talking point in Kris Kobach’s campaign that virtually no one could quibble with, it’s captured in his billboards: “The consistent conservative.”

My Fellow Kansans: Greg Orman Oct 22, 2018

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Of the three leading candidates in the race for Kansas governor, polls suggest Greg Orman is the least likely to win.

My Fellow Kansans LIVE Oct 18, 2018

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My Fellow Kansans is coming to Johnson County Library on Oct. 25 for a live event, featuring podcast host Jim McLean and political scientist Beth Vonnahme. We'll discuss the current state of Kansas politics and learn how Kansas voters are feeling ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. You'll have a chance to ask questions and hear more about the making of our podcast, too. Join us for this special live event on Oct. 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Johnson County Library Central Branch in Overland Park, Kansas. You can learn more and RSVP at kcur.org/kansans .

My Fellow Kansans: The Red Pickup Truck Oct 15, 2018

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In 2016, as Kansas voters revolted against Gov. Sam Brownback and his conservative allies in the Legislature, one-time Republican gubernatorial nominee Jim Barnett, saw an opening.

My Fellow Kansans: The Rise — And Fall — Of Sam Brownback Oct 08, 2018

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Before he was governor, Sam Brownback had been state agriculture secretary, congressman, and U.S. senator. But when he captured the state’s top office in 2010 he had even bigger plans: to transform Kansas into a red-state model for the nation.

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