http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/ks-gop/ en-us Sat, 5 Dec 2009 04:05:34 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2400757/posts “This is the opportunity that pretty much all of these people have labored in the vineyards for years to bring to fruition,” Kensinger said. “And the spirit around them is pretty good.” Former state Sen. Nick Jordan, who lost to Moore by 16 points in 2008, was in a good position to hit the ground running after Moore’s announcement. He said he had been actively considering another run against Moore for the past two months and was boosted by a poll paid for by some of his donors that showed him with a strong name identification in the 3rd District... Congressional Quarterly http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2400757/posts#comment Sat, 5 Dec 2009 04:05:34 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2393135/posts State Rep. Kevin Yoder (R) wasted little time acting on Rep. Dennis Moore's (D-Kan.) retirement announcement, opening an exploratory committee this morning. Yoder, an attorney, made the announcement in a press release. He is currently in his fourth term in the state House, where he serves as chairman of the Appropriations Committee. "As our nation faces unprecedented challenges, we must have new energy and a fresh response" Yoder said. "Wasteful overspending in Washington threatens to bankrupt our nation's future. Government must learn to live within its means and we must endeavor to reduce bureaucracy and barriers to success." The Hill http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2393135/posts#comment Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:55:43 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2382401/posts "Rob is running to restore economic common sense in Washington and bring growth and prosperity to Kansas," said Senator John McCain. "He embodies the spirit and values of Kansas, and will bring those values with him to Washington. He has always worked hard for Kansas and I know he will serve the citizens of Kansas well in Congress. Rob Wasinger has the right experience, vision, and values to lead Kansas into an era of economic growth and prosperity. He is an exemplary public servant we can trust." Wasinger for Congress http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2382401/posts#comment Mon, 9 Nov 2009 21:01:19 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2345282/posts Patricia Lightner, a conservative Republican and former state representative, is campaigning for a position in the Third Congressional District, and has formally launched a campaign web site. The seat is held by Rep. Dennis Moore, a Democrat, who has been under public scrutiny lately for what critics say is his lack of accountability and availability to his constituents. Lightner said she was motivated to enter the race out of a desire to promote liberty in individualism, freedom of economic choice and the right to life. Lightner said these rights have been compromised by the Democratic majority in Washington, including Moore. KansasLiberty.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2345282/posts#comment Tue, 22 Sep 2009 03:58:17 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2327005/posts Terry Goodman, an Overland Park city councilman, said today he's considering a campaign next year for the 3rd Congressional District seat currently held by Democrat Dennis Moore of Lenexa. Terry Goodman"I'm taking a look at it," said Goodman, 62, a Republican. He has served on the city council for nine years and has lived in Overland Park for more than 35 years. The Prime Buzz http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2327005/posts#comment Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:25:44 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2293672/posts Kansas State Sen. Tim Huelskamp, R-Fowler, picked up yet another endorsement today in the First District Congressional race, this one from former Congressman Jim Ryun. Ryun announced his support for Huelskamp in a fundraising letter as a "a top-notch Kansas state senator for more than a decade, earning many accolades including a lifetime A+ NRA rating — the endorsement of Kansans for Life — and Taxpayer Champion by AFP (Americans for Prosperity)." Huelskamp has gained a whopping 34 endorsements since announcing his intentions to run in December of last year. The list is long and growing longer: Gun Owners of... Kansas Liberty http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2293672/posts#comment Thu, 16 Jul 2009 03:41:15 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2239294/posts Kansas Congressman Todd Tiahrt is among members of Congress urging President Barack Obama to withdraw the nomination of Gov. Kathleen Sebelius as secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The letter, a copy of which was released to Kansas Liberty by a Tiahrt spokesperson, was drafted by Rep. Doug Lanborn, a Colorado Republican, and will be sent to the president tomorrow. The names of every cosigner of the letter will not be released until Tuesday. The letter is the latest effort by conservatives trying to stall or turn back the Sebelius confirmation attempt. It points to Sebelius’... Kansas Liberty http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2239294/posts#comment Tue, 28 Apr 2009 03:05:49 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2207588/posts Differences between Moran and Tiahrt Several readers have been wondering about how the current race for U.S. Senate will shake out. What separates these candidates? There are few policy differences between Congressmen Jerry Moran and Todd Tiahrt - both of whom are fiscal and social conservatives. After listening to several GOP operatives across Kansas, this is what SRK is hearing about the differences between Moran and Tiahrt. Tiahrt - More of a Fighter Todd Tiahrt is labeling himself as a proven fighter against Obama, Sebelius and Pelosi. His official office has released numerous press releases highlighting his firm opposition to... Stay Red Kansas http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2207588/posts#comment Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:15:46 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2177067/posts Fairtax Supporter corner U.S. Senator Sam Brownback January 30, 2009 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPqGim1dxoY http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2177067/posts#comment Tue, 3 Feb 2009 01:22:43 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2153933/posts Sen. Tim Huelskamp, the veteran Fowler Republican, has announced he'll pursue a seat in the U.S. Congress for 2010. Huelskamp wants to fill the First Congressional District opening left by western Kansas' Rep. Jerry Moran. Moran already has announced his intention to run for the seat being vacated by Sam Brownback in the US Senate. Huelskamp made his decision after meetings in Washington, D.C., left him “somber and fearful” of the direction the government is taking under the new leadership of President-elect Barack Obama and other Democrats. “Leaders in Washington in both political parties have lost touch with the fundamental... The Kansas Liberty Journal http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/2153933/posts#comment Wed, 24 Dec 2008 21:34:27 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1905197/posts For one day at least, Wyoming felt a little like New Hampshire. Three Republican presidential candidates, including former Tennessee Sen. Fred Thompson, made their pitch to the Cowboy State at a packed forum in Casper on Saturday. The newfound attention comes on the heels of a decision by the Wyoming Republican Party to move its county conventions up to Jan. 5, to be closer to the New Hampshire primary, traditionally the first in the nation. "It behooves all the candidates to pay attention to the state of Wyoming," said Joe Schloss, chairman of the Teton County Republican Party. A crowd... Jackson Hole Star-Tribune http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1905197/posts#comment Tue, 2 Oct 2007 02:58:16 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1855173/posts David Yepsen's column this weekend suggests that Republicans do not have a credible challenger to Harkin for 2008. Yepsen points out: Yet so far, no big-name Republicans seem to be making the moves needed to challenge him. Only obscure names are heard. Could the ghosts of Bill Scherle (1974), Roger Jepsen (1984), Tom Tauke (1990), Jim Lightfoot (1996) and Greg Ganske (2002) be scaring off credible GOP challengers? Could 2008 be the year that Harkin, finally, gets the same sort of free ride from Republicans that Democrats have been giving Chuck Grassley for 20 years? Of course in Republican circles... Hawkeye GOP http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1855173/posts#comment Sat, 23 Jun 2007 18:26:31 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1812827/posts State Treasurer Lynn Jenkins has filed to run for Democratic Rep. Nancy Boyda's 2nd Congressional District seat next year. Jenkins, a Topeka Republican, filed the documents this week with federal election officials, permitting her to begin accepting contributions. She expects to launch her campaign after the 2007 legislative session ends in late April or early May. "I have traveled the 2nd District and listened carefully to what folks have on their minds and continue to receive strong encouragement to run for Congress," Jenkins said in a written statement. She is the second Republican to announce plans to take on Boyda,... The Wichita Eagle http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1812827/posts#comment Fri, 6 Apr 2007 00:00:08 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1796779/posts Brownback, Terry Hold Parents' Tax Relief Press Conference Bill will give tax relief to stay-at-home parents WASHINGTON, Mar. 7 /Christian Newswire/ -- U.S. Senator Sam Brownback (R-KS) and Congressman Lee Terry (R-NE) tomorrow will hold a press conference to discuss the Parents' Tax Relief Act, which would extend tax credits to stay- at-home parents serving as the primary at-home caregiver for children age 6 and under. The Parents' Tax Relief Act is expected on Thursday to be introduced in the House and Senate. What: "Parents' Tax Relief Press Conference" When: Thursday, March 8, 11:30am EST Where: Washington, DC, Cannon House... Christian Newswire http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1796779/posts#comment Wed, 7 Mar 2007 16:49:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1778392/posts U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda, a Democrat, has been in office less than one month, but potential Republican opponents in 2008 are starting to angle for a shot at making her a one-term congresswoman. GOP festivities last weekend for Kansas Day propelled the names of two possible challengers: Jim Ryun, the five-term congressman that Boyda upset in November, and State Treasurer Lynn Jenkins, who just won a second four-year term. The 2nd Congressional District includes west Lawrence, Topeka, Manhattan and much of southeast Kansas. Kris Kobach, new chairman of the Kansas Republican Party, said Boyda was one of the most vulnerable... The Lawrence Journal-World http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1778392/posts#comment Sat, 3 Feb 2007 01:40:02 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1747248/posts   KRAA.ORG  Political Round Table Discussion - Kansas State Chapter of the NFRAYou are Invited!  Monday, December 4, 2006 the KRAA.ORG will be hosting a Political Round Table Discussion of the Lessons Learned from the last election. Topics we would like to cover: Governors Race Attorney Generals Race Jan Beamer's & other Wichita Races KRAA.ORG vs. KRA Fallout & Future Collaboration Ideas If you have any insight on the topics listed above, we would love to have you participate. RSVP to netvictory@yahoo.com  You do not have to be a member of the KRAA.ORG to  participate or to listen.  You can... KRAA.ORG http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1747248/posts#comment Sat, 2 Dec 2006 01:21:59 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1721855/posts Okay, we just moved into johnson county not that long ago and i was wondering if anyone could bring me up to speed as to who's on the ballot and what things like taxes are coming up, and one i dont need help with is the soccer fields, lord dont we have enough already? thanks, i appreciate any and all help http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1721855/posts#comment Wed, 18 Oct 2006 22:46:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1720582/posts Survey USA http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1720582/posts#comment Tue, 17 Oct 2006 01:18:54 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1694926/posts Now that Republican State Senator Jim Barnett has won the August 1 primary, Governor Kathleen Sebelius leads her challenger 48% to 37%, a drop from seventeen percentage points to eleven. Rasmussen Reports http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1694926/posts#comment Sun, 3 Sep 2006 19:09:23 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1670884/posts It was June 2005, and state lawmakers were struggling through a tense special session after the Kansas Supreme Court ordered additional funding for schools. When the opportunity arose --"when we were not doing anything, which was often the case" -- Jim Barnett, state senator and internal medicine physician, would slip away to his family's farm near Emporia to finish planting soybeans. His father's death at age 86 the previous month had left the job incomplete. The hectic pace is not unusual for Barnett, candidate for the Republican nomination for governor. A senator since 2001, he has continued to see patients... The Wichita Eagle http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1670884/posts#comment Sun, 23 Jul 2006 17:32:11 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1663131/posts Mitt Romney to us, his neighbors... http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1663131/posts#comment Mon, 10 Jul 2006 15:04:23 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1653950/posts In the latest Rasmussen Reports election poll of the Kansas gubernatorial race, Democratic Governor Kathleen Sebelius continues to enjoy healthy leads over the two Republicans with the best chance of facing her this fall. Sebelius now leads former state House Speaker Robin Jennison 51% to 31%, a slight improvement for the governor since our last survey. Sebelius leads State Senator Jim Barnett 49% to 36%. Again, close to what we saw last time. Rasmussen Reports http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1653950/posts#comment Thu, 22 Jun 2006 22:15:42 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1652521/posts http://www.gopwing.us/kraa/pages/Polls.aspx http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1652521/posts#comment Tue, 20 Jun 2006 17:14:50 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1651099/posts Click Here to Watch Americans for Prosperity Meeting June 13, 2006 - Wichita, KS Note: Video features part of the Russell S. Sobel, Ph.D. speech and a update on the Kansas Taxpayers Bill of Rights (TABOR). It was sad that I ran out of memory before Dr. Sobel was finished, but what I did catch on video was very informative. Click here for list of Dr. Sobel's work http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1651099/posts#comment Sat, 17 Jun 2006 16:39:50 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1646342/posts James thought you might be interested in this video on Yahoo! Video: Chuck Anher Fairtax CandidateJames added this message: You need to watch this video. It proves that the Fairtax is picking up steam. KRAA.ORG - GOPWING.US http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-gop/1646342/posts#comment Fri, 9 Jun 2006 16:28:27 GMT