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Governor Endorses Corson for 2026, Sparking GOP Debate

11/19/2025

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Kansas Governor Laura Kelly endorsed state Senator Ethan Corson for the 2026 gubernatorial race, calling him middle-of-the-road and capable of uniting voters.
Corson has bipartisan tax relief experience and aims to lower living costs and improve public education.
He raised $500,000 in his first 100 days.
House Speaker Dan Hawkins criticized spending and urged fiscal responsibility as Republicans vie for nomination amid projected budget shortfall and cuts from new legislation.

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Kansas Governor Laura Kelly endorsed state Senator Ethan Corson for the 2026 gubernatorial race, calling him middle-of-the-road and capable of uniting voters.
Corson has bipartisan tax relief experience and aims to lower living costs and improve public education.
He raised $500,000 in his first 100 days.
House Speaker Dan Hawkins criticized spending and urged fiscal responsibility as Republicans vie for nomination amid projected budget shortfall and cuts from new legislation.