Monthly Archives: March 2016

Constitutional crisis no solution

“Trust may be as weak in Topeka as the state’s cash flow. But the sure losers in a constitutional crisis and K-12 shutdown would be children, communities and the state’s economy and reputation.” Read more here: http://www.kansas.com/opinion/editorials/article60134076.html...
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Stop ALEC crusade in Kansas

“Another key ALEC pursuit involves shifting state support for public education to private operations that don’t face the same accountability as their public counterparts. “Lawmakers whining over the recent court decision on school funding are following ALEC marching orders on that front, as well, as there’s a game plan for...
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Rooker explains proper response to Gannon

Here’s a good explanation of what’s wrong with the budget bill the House passed and the legislative response to Gannon from Rep. Melissa Rooker’s newsletter. Legislative Power to Appropriate The governor has the authority to make unilateral cuts to the budget if the balance is projected to fall below zero....
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