Statement from Brownback
Submitted by Bob Montgomery Gov. Sam Brownback issued the following statement in response to proposed Environmental Protection Agency regulations on energy producers. “A recent study conducted by the...
View ArticleSupply-side experiment a loser for Kansas
By Barry Ritholtz Bloomberg News Every year, right after the April 15 tax deadline, the U.S. Census releases its data on the prior year’s state tax collections. It is a fascinating document, filled...
View ArticleBig part of Brownback’s budget plan is in trouble
By John Hana Associated Press An $80 million piece of Republican Gov. Sam Brownback’s plan for balancing Kansas’ next budget is in trouble because a major health insurance company opposes it. “The bill...
View ArticleDoubts grow about Kansas’ tax plan
By The Associated Press TOPEKA, Kan. — Doubts grew among Kansas legislators Tuesday about whether they can approve tax increases necessary to balance the state budget without deep spending cuts that...
View ArticleBad year for oak mites in Kansas
From 12 News in Wichita People on college campuses across Kansas and now entire neighborhoods in Wichita are all complaining about the same thing: tons of mysterious, itchy bug bites. Often mistaken...
View ArticleKansas governor plays God with disabled
‘That’s just the way the world works,’ state says By FINN M. BULLERS Freelance writer/editor What’s happening in Kansas could be Anywhere, USA. Healthcare costs are crazy high. The United State quality...
View ArticleAdvocacy is tedious, patient and lonely
But every once in a while you win: Ten tips to success By FINN M. BULLERS Freelance writer/editor Instant gratification is a trait not often found in the souls of the good people who advocate for...
View ArticleJustice Department may probe profit over quality care
KanCare draws ‘deep concern’ from National Council on Disability By FINN M. BULLERS Freelance writer/editor TOPEKA, Kan. — Big news on the Kansas managed care front could reshape the health care...
View ArticleHeight of arrogance
KanCare officials need well crafted charm offensive By FINN M. BULLERS Freelance writer/editor When a holiday guest enters your home, social etiquette Midwestern style demands your best manners — maybe...
View ArticleOther views…
Kansas and public education funding From the New York Times By DAVID SCIARRA and WADE HENDERSON January 7, 2014 KANSAS, like every state, explicitly guarantees a free public education in its...
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