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Lawrence news October 20, 2024 - 6:26 pm

Meet the candidates for Kansas Senate District 2

by Lawrence Times

Incumbent Sen. Marci Francisco (D) will face David Miller (R) in the Nov. 5 general election for Kansas Senate District 2. Francisco shared her views on bodily autonomy, school financing and more.

Lawrence news July 20, 2024 - 9:31 pm

Meet the candidates for Kansas Senate District 2

by Lawrence Times

Two sitting legislators are vying to represent most of Lawrence in the Kansas Senate. They went into depth in this questionnaire about their unique perspectives, the experience they would bring to the office if elected and more.

Mac Moore/Lawrence Times
Lawrence news July 14, 2024 - 4:42 pm

In forum, Kansas Senate District 2 candidates highlight their perspectives, previous work

by Mackenzie Clark

Incumbent Sen. Marci Francisco and challenger Christina Haswood, currently a state representative, discussed their individual platforms and answered questions on topics including school funding and renewable energy during a forum Saturday. 

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