Author: Bob Weeks
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Is Wichita chasing class politics to its detriment?
It turns out that the benefits of appealing to the creative class accrue largely to its members — and do little to make anyone else any better off.
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Questions for the next Wichita city attorney: Number 3
Will the next Wichita city attorney advise council members to refrain from making decisions worth millions to their friends and significant campaign contributors?
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It was a little cloudy, so maybe that’s why
Wichita city leaders tell us that the budget and spending have been cut to the bone. Except for the waste, that is.
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Pyle, Kansas Senator, considering Roberts challenge
Could this be an effort by the Pat Roberts campaign to muddy the waters and diminish Milton Wolf’s prospects?
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Intrust Bank Arena: Not accounted for like a business
Proper attention given to the depreciation expense of Intrust Bank Arena in downtown Wichita recognizes and accounts for the sacrifices of the people of Sedgwick County and its visitors to pay for the arena. It’s a business-like way of accounting, but a well-hidden secret.
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Kauffman index of entrepreneurial activity
The performance of Kansas in entrepreneurial activity is not high, compared to other states.
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Wichita per capita income not moving in a good direction
Despite its problematic nature, per capita income in Wichita is used as a benchmark for the economy. It’s not moving in the right direction. As Wichita plans its future, leaders need to recognize and understand its recent history.
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WichitaLiberty.TV: Alternatives to raising taxes, how to become involved in politics, and bad behavior by elected officials
Wichita voters tell pollsters that they prefer alternatives to raising taxes. Then, how can you get involved in politics? A deadline is approaching soon. Finally, some examples of why we need to elect better people to office.
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Wichita, again, fails at government transparency
At a time when Wichita city hall needs to cultivate the trust of citizens, another incident illustrates the entrenched attitude of the city towards its citizens. Despite the proclamations of the mayor and manager, the city needs a change of attitude towards government transparency and citizens’ right to know.
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Wichita local government jobs grow, but slower growth seen in private sector jobs
Compared to peer cities, Wichita performs well in growth of local government jobs, but poorly in creating private sector jobs.
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Missing from Wichita’s white papers: China
Just six months after the mayor’s trip to China, the possibility of Chinese investors in Wichita’s projects like a new water source, water and sewer improvements, libraries, and convention center seems to be forgotten.