We are Democrats in Lawrence, Eudora, Baldwin City, Lecompton, Clinton, Stull and all rural areas in Douglas County, Kansas. We are dedicated to the advancement of public education, social security, adequate health care, a clean environment, collective bargaining, smart growth patterns, and civil and human rights for all of our citizens. This is our profile and our message.
Together we live, and only together can we solve the problems of today and fulfill the dreams of tomorrow.
The Douglas County Democrat | July
RED TO BLUEThe Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) announced June 29 that the Michelle De La Isla campaign has met the requirements to be one of 24 races it supports with staff and funds. Red to Blue is a highly competitive program at the DCCC that arms...
Kansas Senate embraces new restrictions on local property taxes | Kansas Reflector
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TOPEKA — The Kansas Senate on Thursday passed legislation to require local governments to notify residents by mail and hold public hearings before increasing property tax collections. The tax bill removes a controversial lid on yearly mill levy increases and instead establishes a “revenue neutra...
What the 'culture of life' looked like during the Kansas Legislature's first week | Kansas Reflector
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Senators refused to wear masks despite COVID-19, and the Legislature rushed to put an abortion amendment on the ballot — in 2022.