Are Republicans the new infrequent voters? In a new Catalist study, researchers say yes. Big shifts may be coming in both political campaigning and election laws. Unlike mis-reported “horse race” polls during election season, the Catalist study is public opinion polling done right. ...

It all seemed so easy back in January. Delivering property tax relief and reform for Kansas homeowners was atop every legislator’s list as if Moses himself was delivering them on stone tablets from Mount Sinai. An expanded Republican supermajority riding high off November’s victory ...

Back in December I wrote a column on symbolism and substance in politics. At the time, I was especially struck by the problem of what it means to take political rhetoric — the constant, often bizarre social media statements flooding from the White House being a great example — “seriously ...

In the 2025 state legislative session, the Legislature overrode 14 of Gov. Laura Kelly’s 18 vetoes, the most overrides during her time as governor. What should be a rare, constitutionally serious step has become routine — an unmistakable sign that one branch of Kansas’ government now ...

The first half of the 20th century marked the beginning of a rich tradition of Kansas politicians. Three figures stand out. First, Charles Curtis. Born in Topeka, Curtis made history as the first Native American to serve in the U.S. Congress as a House member and senator. He would rise ...

In a legislative session marked by its brevity, Kansas lawmakers managed to pass an impressive 116 bills. This makes 2025 a productive year for the Legislature. But while this productivity could suggest functional governance, a closer look reveals a shift in the balance of power that raises ...