Robert Thomas is running for Kansas House District 61, representing parts of Jackson, Pottawatomie, and Riley counties, including Holton, Delia, Westmoreland, St. Marys, Onaga, and parts of Manhattan.

In this portion of the conversation, Thomas and Reicher discuss the importance of civic education and understanding how different levels of government function. They highlight how many people direct concerns to the wrong level of government, such as bringing local issues to state officials, and how gaps in civics education contribute to that confusion.

The conversation also focuses on the role of elected officials in communicating with constituents. Reicher emphasizes the responsibility of representatives to provide clear, factual updates and create opportunities for engagement, while Thomas outlines his intention to be more active in meeting with community members, attending local events, and maintaining communication throughout the year. They discuss how consistent outreach and education can help voters better understand the process and hold officials accountable.

See the full interview on Kansas Helen Substack and learn more about Kansas House District 61, including the most recent campaign finance analysis here: https://kansashelen.substack.com/s/kansas-house

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