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Senate President Ty Masterson’s “broader picture” for tax policy changes came into focus Monday with a plan that involves rolling back...

Senate President Ty Masterson’s “broader picture” for tax policy changes came into focus Monday with a plan that involves rolling back tax relief on food so the state can afford to cut income taxes for the highest wage earners. https://kansasreflector.com/2023/02/20/kansas-senate-president-roll-back-food-tax-relief-so-state-can-afford-flat-tax-plan/?fbclid=IwAR0potCdwKXQxt8lHYnj9DXhLni0tgGSf1pd2gh1KXsyILQ3WJ-dl9ABf2s

Harmful misconceptions and stereotypes about the Kansas families who rely on these programs have been evident in the pointed questions asked...

Harmful misconceptions and stereotypes about the Kansas families who rely on these programs have been evident in the pointed questions asked again and again and in the requested information from state agencies. The committee has focused on hyperbolic rhetoric of “fraud,” “deadbeat dads,” and “people who just don’t want to work.” https://kansasreflector.com/2023/02/16/with-families-struggling-welfare-reform-committee-focuses-on-making-life-harder-for-kansans/

This was still a thing in my hometown of Manhattan, Kansas in 1955, the year I was born. There were several other eateries who chose not to...

This was still a thing in my hometown of Manhattan, Kansas in 1955, the year I was born. There were several other eateries who chose not to participate.

Many have testified against this bill as it would severely limit teachings of valuable theories of germs, physics like gravity, astronomy,...

Many have testified against this bill as it would severely limit teachings of valuable theories of germs, physics like gravity, astronomy, and biology which I believe is the main argument on account of state republicans are already on the war path to end gender affirming healthcare in the state of Montana.

Scientific Theory by definition according to Wikipedia, is an explanation of an aspect of the natural world and universe that has been repeatedly tested and corroborated in accordance with the scientific method, using accepted protocols of observation, measurement, and evaluation of results. https://bigstack1039.com/ixp/1111/p/montana-senator-plots-to-end-scientific-theory-in-schools/?trackback=twitter_mobile&fbclid=IwAR1E67AVIG-vqXoNeminrWvndd3-W8D-6o_wI64HKhzeLxgOgw-jBbsj1LI

A proposed bill is being pushed in the Kansas senate for the implementation of a statewide NRA gun-safety program in Kansas public schools. ...

A proposed bill is being pushed in the Kansas senate for the implementation of a statewide NRA gun-safety program in Kansas public schools. "Johnson County resident Ephren Taylor III also addressed the Senate committee...He said lobbying for firearm training in Kansas public schools was part of a campaign to build support for the NRA.
“Let’s be honest,” Taylor said. “We know why we’re choosing the NRA’s program. It’s not about gun safety. It’s about promoting the NRA to young kids so when they grow up they say, ‘Oh, Eddie Eagle. I remember him.’ You want to indoctrinate young kids into loyal NRA supporters.'" https://littleapplepost.com/posts/30492b77-9173-4d4e-8ee5-2113fc161925?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

Including Atty. Gen. Kobach of Kansas who doesn't respect the Aug. 2 vote here, where Kansans sent a clear message that they support a...

Including Atty. Gen. Kobach of Kansas who doesn't respect the Aug. 2 vote here, where Kansans sent a clear message that they support a woman's right to choose. "Reproductive health experts have said the suit is based on flawed evidence, selected studies and anecdotes." https://kansasreflector.com/2023/02/10/attorneys-general-from-23-gop-led-states-back-suit-seeking-to-block-abortion-pill/?fbclid=IwAR3s8PWXqzLOVeplUd2LdOBPzVcmY9FRZhxyxiO8WK9Y2bsc7vXKteqMDSg

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More school voucher BS in Kansas. “In this bill, there’s little to no oversight on expenditures, little to no oversight for student...

More school voucher BS in Kansas. “In this bill, there’s little to no oversight on expenditures, little to no oversight for student achievement,” he said. “The bill can lead to unregulated schools, would allow (education savings accounts) to remain active for four years after graduation and would allow parents to double dip and, as we heard earlier, possibly triple. https://kansasreflector.com/2023/02/09/no-future-if-rep-kristey-williams-has-her-way-there-wont-be-a-next-generation-of-kansans/

Two photographs of slime molds. One serves as a senator from Kansas.

Two photographs of slime molds. One serves as a senator from Kansas.

“Here are some of the words that we hear every day as educators: Groomers, indoctrinators, indoctrination camps, agenda pushers, radicals,...

“Here are some of the words that we hear every day as educators: Groomers, indoctrinators, indoctrination camps, agenda pushers, radicals, leftists, socialist, communist, government schools,” Neill said during the committee hearing. https://littleapplepost.com/posts/bcb2eb1e-8599-42fa-8f25-519273df879f?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

As some states seek to remove black/African American history from school curriculums because it might hurt white kids' feelings (oh...

As some states seek to remove black/African American history from school curriculums because it might hurt white kids' feelings (oh please), this...

These are bills being put forth here in Kansas by our GOP legislators to take money from public education and put it towards vouchers and...

These are bills being put forth here in Kansas by our GOP legislators to take money from public education and put it towards vouchers and private schools.

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https://thehill.com/homenews/house/3837893-republican-house-oversight-committee-disbands-subcommittee-on-civil-rights-and-civil-liberties/?fbclid=IwAR3SeHLFV4rgKplGMBaLoRp3Eiw7yv_sOF_Epo8O5k6x-t1qh90tKMGW30I

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How much has the current, and previous, attorney general spent on frivolous, politically motived lawsuits against the Biden administration?...

How much has the current, and previous, attorney general spent on frivolous, politically motived lawsuits against the Biden administration? Perhaps Kobach should stick to his actual job description before asking for an increased budget. "The attorney general provides legal services to state agencies and boards, protects consumers from fraud, assists the victims of crime and defends the state in civil proceedings." https://littleapplepost.com/posts/7f95dc98-a3fb-42dd-a0d4-5d0832dba27e?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

The flat tax proposal by the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, which wields substantial influence in the Statehouse, would reduce the state budget...

The flat tax proposal by the Kansas Chamber of Commerce, which wields substantial influence in the Statehouse, would reduce the state budget by $1.5 billion per year and primarily benefit the state’s most affluent wage earners. https://littleapplepost.com/posts/18d7c27f-8d53-4606-868f-f3d83c5f475a?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

The Kansas GOP still trying to make voting more difficult with their claims of voter fraud coming up with another solution for a...

The Kansas GOP still trying to make voting more difficult with their claims of voter fraud coming up with another solution for a non-existent problem. It's getting old. https://littleapplepost.com/posts/89863761-701c-4226-9971-bd6aef491a37?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook

There are legislators here in Kansas who would like to see this happen, and Republicans hold the majority in the statehouse. Thankfully we...

There are legislators here in Kansas who would like to see this happen, and Republicans hold the majority in the statehouse. Thankfully we have a Democrat governor, but folks...Stay aware. Stay informed. https://www.tiktok.com/@4thepeoplebythepeople/video/7194530363065142574?_r=1&_t=8ZVOlJ7dPg2

Hello? tap tap tap...Is anyone out there? My first day. Liberal rural Kansan here. Escapee from Twitmo. How do you work this damn thing...

Hello? tap tap tap...Is anyone out there? My first day. Liberal rural Kansan here. Escapee from Twitmo. How do you work this damn thing anyway?