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Dave Helling

How will the political landscape look in 2022? Recent elections provide some answers

The infrastructure bill. The fall elections, in our region and elsewhere. The Kansas governor’s race. And more.

All are topics for this week’s edition of “4Star Politics.” Hosts John Holt and Dave Helling discuss the political landscape with Jason Grill and Annie Presley, political advisers to Republicans and Democrats.

Recent poll numbers suggest a slump for Democrats — a challenge that is likely to grow if new inflation reports are any indication. Polls also suggest a strengthening election cycle for the GOP.

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

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