Author: Bob Weeks
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Kansas schools receive NCLB waiver
Kansas schools have received a waiver from the federal No Child Left Behind Act.
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Wichita Eagle voter guide available
The Wichita Eagle voter guide for the August 2012 elections is avaailable.
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In Wichita, a problem with government ethics
Wichita elected officials, starting with Mayor Carl Brewer, have failed a test in government ethics.
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Skelton, Sedgwick County Commissioner, censured by party
Jim Skelton, a Sedgwick County Commissioner, has been censured by his party.
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Kansas auto dealers benefit from anti-competitive law
Kansas automobile dealers benefit from a law that limits the ability of competitors to form new dealerships. Consumers are harmed.
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In Kansas, political signs are okay, despite covenants
In Kansas, political signs are okay, despite covenants
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Kansas private sector jobs lag government jobs
The “reasonable” approach to Kansas government has lead to government jobs growing at the expense of private sector jobs.
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Kansas reasonable: The legacy
What is the record of those who promote a reasonable, balanced, and responsible approach to Kansas government?
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Wichita fails ethics test
Wichita Mayor Carl Brewer and most members of the city council failed a test concerning government ethics.
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Wichita flight options decrease, despite subsidies
Despite a subsidy program, the number of flights available in Wichita is decreasing.
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For Wichita government, an ethics tipping point
Wichita Mayor Carl Brewer and the Wichita City Council will make a decision that will let the city learn the ethics and character of its elected officials.
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Wichita increases its debt
Wichita has increased its long-term debt load and shifted tax money from debt repayment to current consumption.