Kansas Helen Podcast

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.Childcare access and affordability are also discussed in the interview. Henderson talks about how the cost of childcare affects working families and the challenges parents face when trying to find reliable care while maintaining employment.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Apple and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.Food assistance programs come up during the interview as Henderson discusses SNAP benefits and the role they play for families facing financial hardship. He talks about how the program works, who it serves, and the common misunderstandings that often surround public assistance.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Apple and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.The discussion moves to corporate incentives and whether companies receiving public benefits should be held accountable for the jobs and investments they promise. Henderson talks about the importance of making sure taxpayer-funded incentives actually deliver results for Kansas communities.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Apple and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.Henderson shares his thoughts on STAR bonds and how Kansas uses them to finance large economic development projects. He discusses concerns about public incentives going to major developments and the importance of making sure projects deliver real benefits for local communities and taxpayers.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Apple and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.The conversation turns to tenant rights and the challenges renters face as housing costs increase. Henderson talks about the role of corporate property management companies and the impact they can have on rent increases and housing stability. He also discusses the idea of stronger notice requirements for rent increases so tenants have more time to adjust or find new housing.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Itunes and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.Henderson discusses property taxes and the financial pressure they place on many Kansans, particularly homeowners on fixed incomes. He talks about the challenge of providing property tax relief while still ensuring that local governments and schools have the funding they need to operate.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Itunes and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.Henderson explains why he decided to run for the Kansas Legislature. He talks about growing up in a working-class family, experiencing financial struggles, serving in the Army, and spending decades working with the United Auto Workers. He says those experiences shaped his belief that everyday people should have a voice in government and that more legislators should come from working backgrounds.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Itunes and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.In this portion of the conversation, Henderson discusses the “One More Penny” local sales tax proposal connected to building a new stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs. He talks about concerns around using public tax dollars to support large professional sports projects and the broader question of how state and local governments decide when and how to use public funding for economic development projects.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Itunes and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.In the opening of the interview, Henderson introduces himself and begins the conversation by talking about the district he hopes to represent and meeting halfway for the interview. The discussion sets the stage for a broader conversation about everyday Kansans running for the legislature and why local representation matters.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-houseYou can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Itunes and Spotify#kansas #ksleg #vote #2026elections #kansashouse

Frank Henderson is running for Kansas House District 6, representing much of Miami County, including Paola, Louisburg, and Osawatomie.In this interview, Henderson discusses growing up in a large family with limited financial resources, serving five years in the U.S. Army, and spending 26 years in the United Auto Workers, including serving as a union representative. He explains how those experiences shaped his views on representation, negotiation, and advocating for workers and retirees who are feeling the pressure of rising costs.The conversation covers a range of policy topics including property taxes, marijuana legalization as a potential revenue source, tenant protections, corporate tax incentives, minimum wage, SNAP benefits, childcare affordability, and healthcare access. Henderson also discusses police accountability, prison policy, diversity and disability inclusion, gun safety measures, and the need for more transparency and accountability in government decisions.The interview also touches on broader development issues, including STAR bonds, corporate accountability when jobs are promised, and concerns about large projects such as data centers and their potential impacts on local communities and resources.See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 6, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: Kansas House You can now also watch on Kansas Helen Youtube or listen on the Kansas Helen Podcast on Itunes and Spotify