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Kansas Voters Defend Judicial Tradition | Wichita News
Kansas voters decisively rejected a controversial amendment that would have elected Supreme Court justices, preserving the state’s 70-year tradition of merit-based appointments by a special commission. With over 60% voting no, Kansans signaled strong support for judicial independence and skepticism toward constitutional changes—especially when they’re complex or politically charged. This isn’t the first time the state has resisted major amendments: last year, voters also blocked an abortion rights repeal. Even in a conservative state, many citizens seem wary of tinkering with foundational…
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