Tag: Kansas state government
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Kansas school standards evaluated
A new edition of an ongoing study shows that Kansas school standards are weak, compared to other states. This is a continuation of a trend.
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Kansas sales tax rate history
History of sales tax rates in Kansas.
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Wichita property taxes still high, but comparatively better
An ongoing study reveals that generally, property taxes on commercial and industrial property in Wichita are high. In particular, taxes on commercial property in Wichita are among the highest in the nation, although Wichita has improved comparatively.
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Kansas sales tax has disproportionate harmful effects
Kansas legislative and executive leaders must realize that a shift to consumption taxes must be accompanied by relief from its disproportionate harm to low-income households.
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WichitaLiberty.TV: Radio show host Joseph Ashby
Radio talk show host Joseph Ashby joins host Bob Weeks to discuss his interview with Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, the end of the legislative session, and Republican presidential candidates.
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Examining a Kansas school district election
In its campaign to convince voters to raise taxes, the Auburn-Washburn school district deceives voters. David Dorsey explains.
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Taxation in the states
Examining tax collections by the states shows that Kansas collects more tax than many of our neighbors, and should put to rest some common myths.
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Examining Kansas City school district claims
A critical look at the statements coming from one of the largest school districts in Kansas leads to wonder if the Kansas City school superintendent is uninformed, misinformed, or simply lying.
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WichitaLiberty.TV: Arts funding, property taxes, uninformed officials, tax increment financing, and social security
Is Wichita risking a Soviet-style future? A look at Wichita property taxes, uninformed and misinformed elected officials, tax increment financing, and social security.
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Topeka school figures
The Topeka school district is asking voters for more tax revenue. Here are some figures for this school district.
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Kansas City school district figures
The Kansas City, Kansas school district has implemented layoffs and salary cuts. Here are some charts of statistics for this district.
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Kansas public school establishment ought to thank Sam Brownback
Kansas public schools ought to thank the governor and legislature for failing to give parents the power of school choice.