Mark Schaukowitch is running for Kansas House District 110. Meet Mark: https://www.markforkshd110.com

In this portion of the conversation, Schaukowitch discusses his motivation for running and his focus on strengthening rural communities like Plainville. He talks about the need for rural areas to have more influence at the state and federal level, along with the importance of prioritizing core community needs over projects that may not deliver long-term value. The conversation also highlights local examples, including public projects, downtown vacancies, and efforts by individuals to reinvest in the community.

He also reflects on the economic shifts that have impacted local businesses and employment, along with how community connections and local engagement shape both economic activity and political organizing in rural areas.

See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 110, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-house

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