Author: Bob Weeks
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Kansas schools shortchanged
Kansas schools could receive $21 million annually in federal funds if the state had adequate information systems in place.
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To Wichita, a promise to wisely invest if sales tax passes
Claims of a reformed economic development process if Wichita voters approve a sales tax must be evaluated in light of past practice and the sameness of the people in charge. If these leaders are truly interested in reforming Wichita’s economic development machinery and processes, they could have started years ago using the generous incentives we…
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Wichita Transit System and the proposed sales tax
Examining claims made by “Yes Wichita” provides an opportunity to learn about the finances of the Wichita bus transit system.
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For Kansas budget, balance is attainable
A policy brief from a Kansas think tank illustrates that balancing the Kansas budget while maintaining services and lower tax rates is not only possible, but realistic.
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WichitaLiberty.TV: Anita MonCrief, the whistleblower who exposed fraud at ACORN
In this episode of WichitaLiberty.TV: Anita MonCrief joins host Bob Weeks. She’s the whistleblower who exposed fraud at ACORN during the 2008 elections.
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Video: Fact-checking ‘Yes Wichita’ on paved streets
Will the proposed Wichita sales tax result in more paved streets? It depends on what you mean by “pave.” Bob Weeks explains.
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Beechcraft incentives a teachable moment for Wichita
The case of Beechcraft and economic development incentives holds several lessons as Wichita considers a new tax with a portion devoted to incentives.
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Video: ‘Wealth of States’ presented in Wichita
Heritage Foundation Chief Economist Stephen Moore spoke to a luncheon gathering at the Wichita Pachyderm Club about his new book, “An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of States.”
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For Wichita city hall, an educational opportunity
Will Wichita city officials and sales tax boosters attend an educational event produced by a leading Kansas public policy institute? It will be an opportunity for city officials to demonstrate their commitment to soliciting input from the community.
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Before spending on new infrastructure, Wichita voters should ask why so much deferred maintenance
As the City of Wichita asks for more tax money for infrastructure, Wichita voters need to be aware of the projected costs of the city’s deferred maintenance.
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Is Kansas a rural, agriculture state?
One of the most-often repeated themes heard during the Kansas Governor debate at the Kansas State Fair is that Kansas is a rural state, and that agriculture is vital to our state’s economy.
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For downtown Wichita, some progress in controlling waste
It was a cloudy day, and while the sidewalk bench lights were on, at least the tall street lights were off.