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Sarah Taber @sarahtaber.bsky.social · 1d

Farm bankruptcies are back in the news, so it's time to pull this chart out again.

Hey look they kept rising during Trump's first term. Then they went way down under Biden.

Now they're up again? So weird. Thanks Farm Bureau for the graphic

Screenshot from Farm Bureau article on farm bankruptcies. It shows farm bankruptcies climbing steadily 2014-2020, falling by half in 2021, & continuing to fall through 2023.

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 2d

In HD 16! #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 2d

I came across this on my bike ride last week. Early detection saves lives. Thank you @cityofoverlandpark.bsky.social! #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 3d

I started the day with the Johnson County Commission on Aging. Among other things, I’m deeply concerned about federal cuts and instabilities that will affect food programs for seniors. #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 4d

I started my day supporting the Shawnee Mission Education Foundation. It was inspiring to hear how the district is working to make sure every student has a sense of belonging and a path to success.
#ksleg #ksed
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Kansas Reflector @kansasreflector.com · 5d

Gov. Laura Kelly to launch eight-city listening tour on future state budget | via @kansascarpenter.bsky.social #ksleg

Gov. Laura Kelly to launch eight-city listening tour on future state budget • Kansas Reflector

Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly to host public town halls in eight cities to gather input on new state budget in 2026 legislative session.

kansasreflector.com

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 5d

Lovely morning for a walk in my neighborhood. #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 5d

Apply free to Kansas public colleges, universities, community colleges and technical schools Oct. 6-8!
#ksleg #ksed

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College applications to be free in Kansas from Oct. 6-8

All Kansas residents will be eligible to apply for undergraduate admissions to any public universities, community colleges, technical colleges, or independent colleges in the state of Kansas at no cos...

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Moms Demand Action @momsdemand.bsky.social · 7d

Don’t believe the gun lobby’s hype: There is no research to support the idea that women’s gun ownership increases their safety. In fact, studies show the opposite—that women living in households with a firearm are at greater risk of homicide.

Learn more: everytownresearch.org/domestic-violence

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 6d

I’m proud to have advanced the conversation re: expanded access to diagnostic mammograms. Through partnerships & perseverance, we were able to overcome House R leadership’s opposition & get it for state employees.

Now is the time to get this access for all Kansans #ksleg
@susangkomen.bsky.social

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 7d

Any day spent talking to constituents is a good day. Thanks to Amy Antrim, who is running for OP City Council, for the opportunity. #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 7d

Granddog is the new campaign intern. #ksleg

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Cindy Holscher @cindyforkansas.bsky.social · 10d

Instead of doing their job before health care costs skyrocket, D.C. partisan extremists shut down the government.

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Susan G. Komen @susangkomen.bsky.social · 11d

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it's time to take action. From advocating for cancer research funding to supporting equitable care for all, your voice matters!

Visit komen.org to join the fight. Because ending breast cancer needs all of us.

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 10d

Thanks to Councilwoman Melissa Cheatham for the opportunity to get out and talk to our constituents this morning! #ksleg

Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 11d

Early detection saves lives. #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 13d

I started the day supporting a friend and honoring the memory of another.

Learn more at overrunovariancancer.com

#ksleg

Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 13d

Town hall today!
Blue Valley library
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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 14d

It’s Celebrate Agriculture Day here at the nation’s first land grant university, Kansas State University. #ksleg #ksag

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 16d

Tonight was the annual Johnson County Farm Bureau dinner. Topics included: the state of agriculture in general, the trade war, agritourism and public safety.

One thing we can all do to help farmers: SLOW DOWN and be patient when encountering farm vehicles. #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 16d

Today, I attended the Gold Star Family Remeberance/Recognition Ceremony at the Capitol. I am thankful to those who gave so much so that I might be free. #ksleg

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 16d

Sorghum is a water friendly crop, which makes it a great option for Kansas farmers…..except for the new national policies that are causing havoc. #ksleg

Cindy Holscher @cindyforkansas.bsky.social · 17d

Kansas farmers are one of the top producers of sorghum in the world.

But with tariffs devastating foreign markets, sorghum prices have fallen and farmers are losing out on a profit. We have to do better.

As governor, I’ll stand with farmers and fight for the support they need.

Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 17d

Seen on my bike ride today.

Thanks to the Blue Valley North students that were on hand to explain what was going on to those of us who stopped by. It’s great to see real world land management learning in action!
#ksleg #ksed

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Rep. Linda Featherston @linda4kansas.bsky.social · 17d

Great weather this morning while talking to constituents and great ground conditions this afternoon for sign delivery.
@MelissaCinOP
#ksleg
#localelectionsmatter

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