Kansas House Democrats hit the road to 'fight back' against GOP supermajority

[RandySF]

TOPEKA — Kansas House Democrats opened their “fight back” tour Thursday night in the capital city, drawing more than 220 people to sit through rain showers and talk about the importance of strengthening their party’s voice in upcoming elections.

“There’s a lot to lose, so we have a lot to fight for,” said Carla Gardner, of Lawrence, as she waited in line to get into the event. “It’s sad that in 2025 we feel we have to fight back. But a lot of, well, women, potentially, could lose, the LGBTQ+ community, health care, veterans — there are just so many groups, people of color, just all the marginalized groups, that stand to lose a lot more. We have to fight back.”

Linda Manley and Sarah Ruiz, both of Topeka, said they attended the rally because they feel the need to get involved more at the local level after watching national news.

Why did they come listen to Democrats in the rain?




https://kansasreflector.com/2025/05/30/kansas-house-democrats-hit-the-road-to-fight-back-against-gop-supermajority/

[SSJVegeta]

1. Is Kansas turning into a blue state?

[RandySF]

2. No, but some pockets are shifting blue or purple.

[SSJVegeta]

3. That is encouraging. On top of Laura Kelly and Sharice Davids' consistent and unpredictable success.

[MuseRider]

4. Long way to go to be a Blue State.

Susan Ruiz is so strong. I believe she lives in KC?

I am not familiar with Linda Manley, time to open my eyes again. I am failing, I used to be over at the Capitol often enough but no longer. Time to sharpen up a little.

RandySF, sometimes I get the feeling we are getting closer but then they bop us with a gut punch and back we go.