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State Government February 7, 2025 - 9:46 am

Child welfare advocates split with law enforcement on distinguishing neglect from poverty in Kansas

by Grace Hills, Kansas Reflector

Testimony over a proposal to redefine “neglect” for the child welfare system showed a divide between social workers and law enforcement.

Lawrence news December 30, 2024 - 3:03 pm

Douglas County to host screenings of documentary, panels on guaranteed basic income

by Lawrence Times

Douglas County, in partnership with local agencies, will present two screenings of a documentary about pilot programs that give people an extra $500 to $1,000 per month as guaranteed basic income.

Community Voices March 30, 2021 - 10:52 am

Kathy Downing: Kansas leaders who blame poor people for their poverty are promoting a false moral narrative (Column)

by Kathy Downing, Kansas Reflector

“Poverty itself is traumatic,” Kathy Downing writes.

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