The Plains Ledger

The Plains Ledger

Pride

Sep 13, 2026

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Pride

America can be exceptional without being perfect. Somewhere along the way since 9/11, we forgot the difference.

Josh Dambacher
Josh Dambacher
Just Tell Us Where It Was Made

Aug 30, 2026

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Just Tell Us Where It Was Made

Buying American shouldn’t require detective work.

Josh Dambacher
Josh Dambacher
The Debt Doesn't Stay in Washington

Aug 23, 2026

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The Debt Doesn't Stay in Washington

Washington borrows. Kansas pays part of the price.

Josh Dambacher
Josh Dambacher

kansas, economics, inequality

The 11-to-1 Gap That Isn't

Aug 11, 2026

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The 11-to-1 Gap That Isn't

What happens to inequality when we count taxes, benefits and healthcare. The gap between Kansas and Britain turns out to be smaller than either side of the debate assumes.

Josh Dambacher
Josh Dambacher
Property Tax Relief Needs More Homes

Jul 26, 2026

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Property Tax Relief Needs More Homes

Kansas is debating the cost of owning a home. It should also be debating the cost of buying one.

Josh Dambacher
Josh Dambacher

Kansas, Education, Fiscal Policy

Measure What Matters

Jul 12, 2026

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Measure What Matters

Kansas fell from 5th to 36th in reading. Here's how to reverse it.

Josh Dambacher
Josh Dambacher
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