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Derek Donovan

This Thanksgiving, what are you thankful for, Kansas City? | Opinion

The Star Editorial Board wants to hear your thoughts. We’ll share the best responses with our readers.
The Star Editorial Board wants to hear your thoughts. We’ll share the best responses with our readers. Getty Images

The holidays are here, and they mean something different to every one of us. For some, it’s a time for celebration with loved ones. To many, it’s a moment for reflection and worship. And unfortunately, it can be a season of stress and strife for others.

This year, we’d like to hear what you’re thankful for, and what you look forward to in 2026. Please answer the questions below to share your thoughts. We’ll summarize the best replies in a special roundup on Thanksgiving Day. If you can’t see the form, click here.

Happy holidays, Kansas City.

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Derek Donovan
Opinion Contributor,
The Kansas City Star
816-234-4722
Derek Donovan is a member of The Kansas City Star’s editorial board and deputy opinion editor. He writes editorials and edits guest commentaries and letters to the editor. He is also national op-ed editor for McClatchy Media. He was previously The Star’s longtime public editor.
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