Democrats are hoping their new candidate will be able to keep the governor’s mansion Democrat in deep red Kansas as they put upCindy Holscher to face the Republican nominee Ty Masterson in the Nov. 3 general election.
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly is term-limited, and the party is hoping to extend their hold on the governor’s office despite Kansas’ strong Republican lean. Meanwhile, the GOP views the open-seat race as a prime opportunity to reclaim the governorship after two terms under Kelly.
The Democratic field featured state Sens. Ethan Corson and Cindy Holscher, along with Overland Park Mayor Curt Skoog.
On the Republican side, voters had a crowded field from which to select their candidates.
Secretary of State Scott Schwab, Senate President Ty Masterson, Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt, former Johnson County Commissioner Charlotte O’Hara, businessman Nick Reinecker, businessman Philip Sarnecki and former Johnson County Sheriff Stacy Rogers duked it out for the nomination.
The primary in the Sunflower State coincided with a closely watched constitutional amendment that would replace the current system of appointing Kansas Supreme Court justices by instead holding direct elections.
The proposal, backed by Republican lawmakers, comes after years of criticism from conservatives over the state’s judicial selection process. If approved, it would amend the Kansas Constitution to require Supreme Court justices to be elected rather than selected through the state’s nominating commission system.
The winner of November’s election will become Kansas’ next governor after Kelly reaches her term limit in January.
The governorship has frequently changed hands in recent election cycles, with voters alternating between Democratic and Republican leadership in Kansas despite it’s strong red tendencies, including voting 57 percent for President Donald Trump in 2024.
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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-busy-montreal-street-at-night-during-heavy-snowfall-pedestrians-bundled-in-winter-coats-and-hats-walk-through-the-snow-covere.jpg?id=55393380&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=0%2C0%2C0%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you were hoping for a <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/quebecs-winter-weather-forecast-2024-2025-chaos">white Christmas in Montreal</a>, you could be about to get your wish—but it's coming with a side of winter weather chaos!</p><p>In the early hours of Monday, December 23, Environment Canada <a href="https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=45.529,-73.562">issued a weather advisory</a> for southern Quebec, including Montreal, warning of snow that's set to start Monday evening and last into Tuesday morning.</p><p>According to the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-weather">weather advisory</a>, Montrealers can expect up to 15 cm of snow to pile up overnight, just in time to mess with travel plans during one of the busiest weeks of the year. </p><p>The advisory covers Southern Quebec, including the Montreal, Montérégie, Lanaudière, Laurentians, Outaouais, Mauricie, Centre-du-Québec and Eastern Townships regions.</p><p>Whether you're tackling last-minute shopping or heading to the airport, brace yourself for some winter weather challenges. Environment Canada urges Montreal drivers to be prepared for rapidly changing road conditions, as well as poor visibility.</p><p>The advisory adds, "Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada."<br/></p><p>Anyone flying out of Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL) in the coming days should plan ahead. Earlier this week, <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-airport-travelling-christmas">the airport advised travellers</a> to arrive at least three hours early for all flights, regardless of destination. Plan your route to the airport carefully, as road delays are increasingly likely due to the poor weather conditions.</p><p>The snow is expected to begin late Monday afternoon and continue overnight into Tuesday morning. </p><p>Environment Canada says that, by Tuesday, the storm should taper off, leaving behind a mix of sun and cloud with temperatures steady around -9 C—though it could feel closer to -17 C with the wind chill. Ouch!</p><p>Wednesday, Christmas Day, will bring clear skies and sunshine, but the cold isn't going anywhere. Highs will stay at a frosty -11 C, making it a picturesque but freezing holiday. Boxing Day (Thursday) is looking just as bright, with highs again hovering at -11 C, so bundle up if you're heading out to catch post-Christmas deals. </p><p>As the week goes on, things are expected to feel a little more manageable. Friday will bring a mix of sun and cloud with a high of -7 C, while Saturday and Sunday will see slightly warmer conditions. </p><p>Weekend highs are expected to hit 2 C on Saturday and 4 C on Sunday, though there's a chance of flurries or rain showers to keep you on your toes. </p><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-winter-weather-forecast-january-2025" target="_blank">Montreal's chaotic winter weather</a> is never convenient, but this time of year, it can be extra stressful. If you've got holiday plans, be sure to give yourself plenty of time, pack some patience, and check for updates before you head out.</p><p>Stay safe out there, Montreal!</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
There’s a pretty widespread consensus about which issue was most responsible for Kamala Harris’s defeat: inflation. There’s much less consensus on what, if anything, Democrats could have done differently about it. Polls have been clear for years that voters were irate about the inflation that occurred under the Biden administration — the highest in decades. […]
