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The Kansas House of Representatives is the lower house of the legislature of the U.S. state of Kansas. Composed of 125 state representatives from districts with roughly equal populations of at least 19,000, its members are responsible for crafting and voting on legislation, helping to create a state budget, and legislative oversight over state agencies.

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Marco Alcocer (Dem)

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phone 3163050381
Campaign Phone 316-305-0381
phone (mobile) 316-305-0381
Ballot City Wichita
County Sedgwick
Home Phone (316) 305-0381
email_added marcoalcocerforkansas@gmail.com

What makes you the best candidate for this position? What skills, expertise, or competencies qualify you?

Working 2 decades on the frontlines of Kansas media: TV, Radio, Podcast and my own publication; travelling the state, meeting with Kansans, learning about their daily lives and concerns. I study/research diverse aspects of communities from history to current events, interviewing leaders, politicians and community members. With a broad understanding of Kansas’ economic, political, governmental, environmental issues, I apply expertise, experience and education of the economy, political science, international relations, financial markets and travel/tourism industry to my publication, and community work. Integrity, dedication, ethics, give me the advantage to duly, humbly represent the wonderful people of the Great State of Kansas, District 81

What are Kansas's three most important issues, and how do you intend to address them?

Addressing these issues can only be done by having conversations with the people of District 81, knowing their concerns, what affects them and being their voice to enact legislation that will provide:

Legislative Process Transparency- Bring clarity to laws, rules and regulations. Bills published ahead of committee discussions, enabling people to participate and express their opinions freely Property Taxes/Education- School districts want more money through Property taxes without results in students’ education. Public/private education reform to make Kansas students the best in the world Lower Health Care Cost and Health Care Availability-Hospitals and clinics have closed. Many health care costs are too expensive, making them inaccessible

How would you make it easier for Kansas citizens to follow bills as they flow through the legislature? What, if any, changes would you propose in the “Gut and Go” process?

Promote legislation to make social media organizations and other mass news media include links of current local bills on their sites. Ensure that all legislators include current bills on their web pages

The “Gut and Go” process is something that I would consider should be against the law. No law should be passed without a proper public hearing and committee discussions. Processes do not have to be lengthy but should include the people the laws will affect. I would like to see legislation that stops bundling bills. In other words, legislation that prohibits unrelated items being put together on a bill. When legislators bring last-minute unrelated items to an already approved proposal, it is not for the benefit of the public

Would you support changes to Kansas election laws and voting systems? Why?

Generally, not, however all depends on what specifics we are referencing. Kansas Election laws cover a variety of topics. In 2025 there were about 9 pages of new or amended different election laws. So those things are already happening in Kansas, but due to the lack of transparency most voters are in the dark. So, we know that changes are already happening, my answer here is I would have to see and analyze any further proposals to say if I do or do not support changes to a specific election law.

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Kayden Bennett (Dem)

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phone 7274509192
Campaign Email Kskayden81@gmail.com
Campaign Web Site http://Kaydenforkansas.com
Campaign Phone 7274509192
Campaign Address 10901 e 35th Cir S
Instagram Kayden for Kansas
phone (work) 7274509192
phone (mobile) 7274509192
Personal Biography Kayden Bennett is a husband, father, U.S. Army veteran, small farmer, and community advocate running for the Kansas House of Representatives to bring everyday voices back to government. Originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Kayden moved to Kansas in 2015 and proudly calls Derby home. His life has been shaped by service, resilience, and a belief that every person deserves to be heard and treated with dignity. For years, Kayden has advocated for children and families, helping young people
Community/Public Service helping young people navigate difficult circumstances and working to ensure they had someone in their corner. Those experiences strengthened his belief that every child deserves safety, opportunity, and a future where they can thrive. Kayden and his family live at Swift Rain Farmstead, where they are building a regenerative farmstead and orchard. Their farm reflects their commitment to conservation, sustainable agriculture, responsible stewardship of the land, and leaving the world better than they found it. As a candidate for the Kansas House, Kayden is focused on practical solutions rather than partisan politics. His priorities include fully funding public education, supporting teachers and students, lowering the property tax burden on homeowners, protecting access to healthcare, strengthening local communities, supporting veterans, safeguarding individual rights, and ensuring government works for everyday Kansans—not just those with the loudest voices or the deepest pockets.
Education BSW
Ballot City Wichita
County Sedgwick
Home Phone (727) 450-9192
email_added Kskayden81@gmail.com

What makes you the best candidate for this position? What skills, expertise, or competencies qualify you?

My greatest qualification is my ability to connect with people. I’ve never met a stranger, and I genuinely enjoy listening to people from every background, neighborhood, and political party. My family and closest friends are organically diverse, giving me perspectives that can’t be learned from a textbook. Throughout this campaign, I’ve spent countless hours listening to Republicans, Democrats, Independents, veterans, teachers, parents, seniors, and young people because everyone deserves to be heard. Leadership begins with listening, and I believe the best solutions come from bringing people together; not dividing them

What are Kansas's three most important issues, and how do you intend to address them?

Kansas’s three most important issues are public education, affordability, and access to healthcare. We must fully fund public education, including special education, so every child has the opportunity to succeed while reducing the pressure on local property taxes. We need to make Kansas more affordable by lowering the property tax burden, supporting working families, and investing in infrastructure and economic opportunity. Finally, we must improve access to healthcare by strengthening rural healthcare, expanding access to providers, supporting mental health services, and ensuring families can receive the care they need close to home. My approach is to listen to Kansans, work across party lines, and pursue practical, evidence based solution

How would you make it easier for Kansas citizens to follow bills as they flow through the legislature? What, if any, changes would you propose in the “Gut and Go” process?

Kansans deserve a legislative process that is transparent and easy to follow. I support improving the Legislature’s website with plain-language bill summaries, timely updates when bills are amended or scheduled for hearings, and optional email or text alerts so citizens can track issues they care about. I also believe the “Gut and Go” process should be used only in rare circumstances. Replacing the contents of a bill at the last minute reduces transparency and limits meaningful public input. Major policy changes deserve public notice, committee review, and adequate time for legislators and Kansans to read and understand them before a vote.

Would you support changes to Kansas election laws and voting systems? Why?

I support making voting accessible, secure, and convenient for every eligible Kansan. Every voter should have the opportunity to cast a ballot by mail, at an advance voting location, or in person on Election Day. I do not support unnecessary barriers that make it harder for eligible citizens to vote without improving election security. Kansas already has safeguards in place, and any changes to election laws should expand access, strengthen public confidence, and protect every eligible citizen’s right to vote.

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Blake Carpenter (Rep)

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What are Kansas's three most important issues, and how do you intend to address them?

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How would you make it easier for Kansas citizens to follow bills as they flow through the legislature? What, if any, changes would you propose in the “Gut and Go” process?

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Would you support changes to Kansas election laws and voting systems? Why?

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