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Dave Helling

A Kansas vote on an abortion amendment? Lawmakers in Topeka grow closer to a decision

Abortion, school spending, COVID-19 and taxes are taking center stage in Kansas.

Lawmakers in Topeka are talking about a vote on the August 2022 ballot over a constitutional amendment that would allow stricter abortion rules in the state. Republicans are also discussing tax policy and the state’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Dave Helling of The Star Editorial Board and John Holt of FOX 4 are joined by Brad Cooper of the Sunflower State Journal and consultant Stephanie Sharp to talk about the latest developments in the Kansas State Capitol.

“4Star Politics” is a joint production of The Kansas City Star and WDAF-TV in Kansas City.

Dave Helling
Opinion Contributor,
The Kansas City Star
Dave Helling has covered politics in Kansas and Missouri for four decades. He has worked in television news, and is a regular contributor to local broadcast programs. Helling writes editorials and columns for the Star, and is the co-host of the weekly “4Star Politics” show. He was awarded the 2018 ASNE Burl Osborne award for editorial leadership.
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