Kansas Helen Podcast

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie. Henderson explains why he decided to run for the Kansas Legislature. He talks about growing up in a working-class family, experiencing financial struggles, serving in the Army, and spending decades working with the United Auto Workers. He says those experiences sha...

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie. In this portion of the conversation, Henderson discusses the “One More Penny” local sales tax proposal connected to building a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs. He talks about concerns around using public tax dollars to support large professional sports proje...

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie. In the opening of the interview, Henderson introduces himself and begins the conversation by talking about the district he hopes to represent and meeting halfway for the interview. The discussion sets the stage for a broader conversation about everyday Kansans runn...

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie. In this interview, Henderson discusses growing up in a large family with limited financial resources, serving five years in the U.S. Army, and spending 26 years in the United Auto Workers, including serving as a union representative. He explains how those experienc...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. In closing, KaMesha Bernard reflects on her priorities, her commitment to representing the residents of District 78, and what she hopes voters understand about her campaign. She emphasizes accountability, accessibility, and the importance of staying connected to the everyday concerns of the people she seeks...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses economic development and how state investment decisions shape local communities. She talks about sustainable growth, supporting workers and small businesses, and ensuring development policies create long term benefits for residents rather than short term gains. See the full intervie...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses economic development and how state investment decisions shape local communities. She talks about sustainable growth, supporting workers and small businesses, and ensuring development policies create long term benefits for residents rather than short term gains. See the full intervie...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses artificial intelligence and data privacy, focusing on how emerging technology is changing workplaces, education, and public policy. She talks about the need for safeguards, responsible innovation, and protecting individual privacy while technology continues to evolve. See the full i...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses how public policy affects marginalized communities and the importance of representation in legislative decision making. She talks about listening to constituents, understanding lived experiences, and ensuring policies reflect the needs of all Kansans, especially those whose voices a...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses immigration policy and the role of federal agencies such as ICE, focusing on how immigration enforcement and state level decisions affect Kansas communities. She talks about public safety, due process, and how lawmakers can approach immigration related issues in ways that balance le...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses the challenges misinformation poses to public discourse and policymaking. She talks about the importance of credible information, civic education, and responsible communication in strengthening democratic processes. The conversation focuses on how elected officials and community lea...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses government spending and how state budget decisions reflect policy priorities. She talks about responsible use of taxpayer dollars, evaluating where funds are allocated, and ensuring public resources are directed toward programs and services that provide meaningful benefits to Kansas...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses education policy and how state decisions affect students, teachers, and families across Kansas. She talks about funding priorities, classroom resources, and the importance of ensuring public schools are equipped to support student success and long term community stability. See the f...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses childcare access and affordability, explaining how childcare availability affects families, workforce participation, and local economic stability. She talks about the challenges parents face securing reliable care and how policy decisions influence both childcare providers and worki...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses SNAP benefits and the role food assistance programs play in supporting working families, seniors, and individuals facing financial hardship. She addresses common misconceptions about public assistance and explains how food security connects directly to economic stability and communi...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses STAR Bonds and how large development projects are financed using public incentives. She explains how these programs function, the long term commitments involved, and why transparency and accountability are important when public resources are used to support private development. See...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses policing and prison policy, focusing on how public safety systems respond to community needs and the broader impacts of incarceration. She talks about accountability, prevention, and how policy decisions can influence outcomes for individuals, families, and communities across Kansas...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses healthcare access and the challenges Kansans face navigating insurance coverage, treatment availability, and rising medical costs. She explains how healthcare policy decisions affect working families, preventative care, and long term community health outcomes across Kansas. See the...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses tenant rights and housing stability, focusing on the challenges renters face in an increasingly expensive housing market. She talks about affordability, protections for tenants, and how state policy decisions influence access to safe and stable housing for families across Kansas. Se...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses property taxes and the broader cost of living pressures facing Kansas families. She talks about what she is hearing from residents struggling with rising housing costs and explains how state policy decisions influence local tax burdens. The conversation focuses on affordability, eco...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard discusses why she decided to run for the Kansas House and the experiences that motivated her to seek public office. She talks about representation, accessibility, and the importance of elected officials staying connected to the everyday concerns of the communities they serve. The conversation...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. KaMesha Bernard begins the conversation by discussing personal economic realities and how lived financial experiences shape her understanding of public policy. She reflects on the challenges many Kansans face when every dollar matters, and how those experiences influence her perspective on affordability, eco...

KaMesha Bernard is running for Kansas House District 78, representing a portion of Olathe. In this full conversation, KaMesha Bernard discusses her decision to run for office and shares her perspectives on the issues shaping everyday life for Kansans. The discussion covers property taxes and cost of living pressures, housing stability, corporate incentives, food assistance programs, childcare acce...

Sherry Giebler is running for Kansas House District 14, representing a portion of Olathe. Sherry Giebler discusses legislator ethics and public accountability, including conflicts of interest, transparency standards, and whether lawmakers should be allowed to personally benefit from financial information connected to their public office. The conversation focuses on maintaining public trust and ens...

Sherry Giebler is running for Kansas House District 14, representing a portion of Olathe. Sherry Giebler discusses legislator ethics and public accountability, including conflicts of interest, transparency standards, and whether lawmakers should be allowed to personally benefit from financial information connected to their public office. The conversation focuses on maintaining public trust and ens...