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Kansas Supreme Court Election Debate | Kansas City News
Kansas voters are about to decide whether to hand Supreme Court justice selection directly to the people — and the stakes couldn’t be higher. Under the current system, a commission vets candidates and the governor picks the final appointee, but a ballot initiative proposes shifting to elected justices starting in 2028. Supporters say it’ll bring accountability and reflect everyday Kansans’ values, while critics warn it could turn the court into a political playground, drowning judicial independence in campaign cash and special interests. With staggered elections and no immediate rules on…
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