2004 General Election Voter Guide

More than 62,000 Douglas County residents are registered to vote in the Nov. 2 election, when voters will choose between Republican George Bush and Democrat John Kerry for president. Below and on the next two pages are profiles of the candidates in contested races in Douglas County. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 2. Advance voting continues until noon Nov. 1 at the Douglas County Courthouse.

U.S. President and Vice President
	George W. Bush Date of birth: July 6, 1946 Family: Wife, Laura; twin daughters Education: Bachelor's degree, Yale University, 1968; master's in business administration, Harvard, 1975 Political experience: Texas governor, 1995-2000; president, 2001- present		Dick Cheney Date of birth: Jan. 30, 1941 Family: Wife, Lynne; two daughters Education: Bachelor's, 1965, and master's, 1966, University of Wyoming Political experience: Wyoming congressman, 1979-89; defense secretary, 1989-93; vice president, 2001-present
	John Kerry Date of birth: Dec. 11, 1943 Family: Wife, Teresa; two daughters; three stepchildren Education: Bachelor's, Yale, 1966; law degree, Boston College, 1976 Political experience: Massachusetts lieutenant governor, 1983-85; U.S. Senate, 1985-present		John Edwards Date of birth: June 10, 1953 Family: Wife, Elizabeth; three children Education: Bachelor's, North Carolina State University, 1974; law degree, University of North Carolina, 1977 Political experience: U.S. senator from North Carolina, 1998-present
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Comparison: Bush and Kerry on the issues  Bush steadfast in policies, lifestyle  Kerry focused with wide outlook
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U.S. House: 2nd District (map)
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	Nancy Boyda Aug. 2, 1955 Pharmaceutical career Married, two children, five stepchildren Methodist Degrees in chemistry and education, William Jewel College 508 SW 10th St., Topeka	Party: Democrat Political experience: None	Strengthening the Kansas economy, lowering the cost of health insurance, and homeland security.
	Dennis Hawver May 6, 1943 Attorney Divorced, two children Christian Law degree, Washburn University 6993 Kansas Highway 92, Ozawkie	Party: Libertarian Political experience: Has unsuccessfully run for governor in 2002 and for Congress in 2000.	Wants to stop the war in Iraq; says incumbent U.S. Rep. Jim Ryun has given away congressional controls over declaring war to the president.
	Jim Ryun April 29, 1947 U.S. representative Married, four children Evangelical Presbyterian Bachelor's, KU P.O. Box 826, Lawrence	Party: Republican Political experience: Four terms the in U.S. House	Making President Bush's tax cuts permanent; working on a new mission for Forbes Field in Topeka and homeland security
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Chat: Rep. Jim Ryun  Chat: Nancy Boyda  2nd District offers stark choice  Election Special 2004: US House 2nd District  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Nancy Boyda, part 1  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Nancy Boyda, part 2  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Nancy Boyda, part 3  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Nancy Boyda, part 4  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Jim Ryun, part 1  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Jim Ryun, part 2  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Jim Ryun, part 3  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 2nd District: Jim Ryun, part 4
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U.S. House: 3rd District (map)
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	Joe Bellis July 29, 1955 Health care analyst Married Baptist Overland Park	Libertarian; None	Opposes abortion, affirmative action and equal rights for homosexuals; supports making English the official language; would support laws allowing religious displays on public property.
	Kris Kobach March 26, 1966 Law professor, UMKC Wife, Heather; one daughter Episcopalian Bachelor's, Harvard; doctorate, Oxford; law degree, Yale. 9159 Kessler Lane, Overland Park	Republican; Former counsel to U.S. Atty. Gen. John Ashcroft, former Overland Park city councilman, unsuccessful state Senate candidate in 2000	Wants to cut taxes and supports constitutional ban of same-sex marriages. Believes his work in the U.S. Justice Department qualifies him to help in the war on terrorism
	Dennis Moore Nov. 8, 1945 U.S. Congressman, attorney Wife, Stephene; 7 children; 5 grandchildren Christian Bachelor's in political science, KU, 1967; law degree, Washburn, 1970 Box 14631, Shawnee Mission	Democrat Three terms as district attorney in Johnson County; three terms in U.S. House.	Supports "a safe and secure nation that it not deep in debt," sees same-sex marriage amendment as unnecessary, has proposed tax credits for small businesses that provide health insurance for employees, supports allowing prescription drug imports from Canada.
	Richard Wells Retired aerospace engineer Married Christian Olathe	Reform None	In running to give conservative Republicans an alternative to voting for U.S. Rep. Dennis Moore. Wells has said that he is trying to decide whether he should exit the campaign; however, it is too late to remove his name from the ballot.
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Chat: Kris Kobach  Chat: Rep. Dennis Moore  3rd District's conservatism at play in race  Election Special 2004: US House 3rd District  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Kris Kobach, part 1  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Kris Kobach, part 2  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Kris Kobach, part 3  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Kris Kobach, part 4  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Dennis Moore, part 1  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Dennis Moore, part 2  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Dennis Moore, part 3  Meet the Candidates: U.S. Congress, 3rd District: Dennis Moore, part 4
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U.S. Senate
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	Sam Brownback Sept. 12, 1956 Senator Wife, Mary; five children Catholic Bachelor's in agricultural economics, Kansas State University; law degree, Kansas University 4826 Urish Road, Topeka	Republican; Elected to U.S. Senate in 1996, re-elected 1998; served in U.S. House, 1995-96; Kansas secretary of agriculture, 1987-1993.	Tax cuts, economic development, national security and conservative social issues.
	George Cook May 15, 1968 Certified armored services technician Married, two children Christian Certificate for auto mechanics, Liberal Area Vocational Technical 5065-4 Lamar Ave., Mission	Reform; Unsuccessful U.S. Senate candidate in 2002	Repeal NAFTA; opposes Patriot Act and other trade agreements; replace federal income tax with national sales tax no greater than three percent.
	Horace Edwards May 20, 1925 Former president of ARCO Pipe Line Wife, Fran; seven children First Christian Church Bachelor's in engineering and naval science, Marquette; master's of business administration, Iona College 5800 SW Turnberry Court, Topeka	Independent, write-in campaign; Former secretary of Kansas Department of Transportation.	Wants to help families; opposes constitutional ban of same-sex marriage.
	Lee Jones March 10, 1951 Railroad engineer Divorced; two children Methodist Bachelor's in sociology, Baker University 10324 Pflumm Road No. 1321, Lenexa	Democrat; Unsuccessful campaign for 3rd Congressional District seat in 1990; former Washington, D.C., lobbyist for Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers	Increase availability of health care; improve public schools; opposes war in Iraq
	Steven Rosile April 15, 1952 Construction Single Christian Bachelor's, Wichita State University; attended KU law school 227 Lochinvar St., Wichita	Libertarian; Has unsuccessfuly run for U.S. House in 1992 and 2000; Secretary of State in 1994 and 1998; and U.S. Senator in 1996.	To restore constitutional principles and reduce the size, expense and intrusiveness of government.
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State Senate: 2nd District (map)
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	Mark Buhler June 6, 1954 Real estate broker Wife, Marsha; three children Protestant 1000 Sunset Drive, Lawrence	Republican Two years in Kansas Senate (appointed to fill unexpired term); eight years on Douglas County Commission; five years on Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Commission	Willing to raise taxes to support schools, opposes constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage
	Marci Francisco April 22, 1950 KU analyst Husband, Joe Bickford; no children Unitarian Fellowship Bachelor's in environmental design, KU, 1973; bachelor's in architecture, KU, 1977 1101 Ohio, Lawrence	Democrat Four years on the Lawrence City Commission, 1979-83; two years as mayor, 1981-83.	Willing to raise taxes to support schools; opposes constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage; favors expanding state's health insurance program for children in low-income, working families.
	Jim Mullins Feb. 2, 1941 Office equipment salesman Wife, Judy, two children Protestant Attended Texas Tech University and McMurry College; bachelor's in economics, Wichita State University, 1971 1305 Jonathan Drive, Lawrence	Reform Republican precinct committee member, 1996-present; co-founder and past president of Kansas Republican Assembly.	Would limit increases in school funding to rate of inflation; supports constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage; favors overhauling KPERS and state's economic development efforts
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Chat: Jim Mullins  Jim Mullins Expense Report  Chat: Marci Francisco  Marci Francisco Expense Report  Chat: Mark Buhler  Mark Buhler Expense Report  2nd District Senate race offers 'triangle' of political diversity  Election Special 2004: State Senate 2nd District  Meet the Candidates: 2nd District State Senate: Mark Buhler, Marci Francisco and Jim Mullins, part 1  Meet the Candidates: 2nd District State Senate: Mark Buhler, Marci Francisco and Jim Mullins, part 2  Meet the Candidates: 2nd District State Senate: Mark Buhler, Marci Francisco and Jim Mullins, part 3  Meet the Candidates: 2nd District State Senate: Mark Buhler, Marci Francisco and Jim Mullins, part 4  Meet the Candidates: 2nd District State Senate: Mark Buhler, Marci Francisco and Jim Mullins, part 5
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State Senate: 19th District (map)
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	Bob Hanson Aug. 16, 1955 Pastor Wife, Debbie; two daughters Baptist 4440 SE Pennsylvania, Topeka	Republican Testified before House and Senate committees during hearings on a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. He represented Southern Baptists of Kansas.	Adequate education funding for the classroom. A business environment that will help jobs and growth. Supports constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage. Opposes abortion.
	Anthony Hensley Sept. 12, 1953 Special education instructor Married, one child Baptist Bachelor's, Washburn University; master's, KSU 2226 SE Virginia Ave., Topeka	Democrat Served in the Kansas House from 1976-1992; Kansas state senator from 1992 to present.	Education, health care, jobs for the district
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Same-sex marriage at center of 19th Senate race
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State Senate: 3rd District (map)
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	Roger Pine Jan. 11, 1940 Farmer Wife, Susan; two children and five grandchildren Free Methodist 1783 E. 1500 Road, Lawrence	Republican Two terms on the Lawrence school board in the late 1970s and early 1980s; currently on Douglas County Traffic Safety Board and Douglas County Kaw Drainage Board	Streamlining state rules and regulations to encourage economic development; supporting education with a revamping of the school funding formula; government efficiency
	Jan Justice Sept. 17, 1949 Executive director of Community Linc Husband, John; six children and six grandchildren United Methodist 14323 166 St., Bonner Springs	Democrat Chairwoman of Leavenworth Rural Water District No. 7	School funding; wants to form regional buying cooperative to lower cost of prescription drugs; wants to limit property taxes for elderly Kansans on fixed incomes
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Roger Pine Expense Report  State Senate race may hinge on downplayed 'social issues'  Election Special 2004: State Senate 3rd District  Meet the Candidates: 3rd District State Senate: Jan Justice and Roger Pine, part 1  Meet the Candidates: 3rd District State Senate: Jan Justice and Roger Pine, part 2  Meet the Candidates: 3rd District State Senate: Jan Justice and Roger Pine, part 3  Meet the Candidates: 3rd District State Senate: Jan Justice and Roger Pine, part 4  Meet the Candidates: 3rd District State Senate: Jan Justice and Roger Pine, part 5
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State House: 10th District (map)
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	Robert Garrard April 6, 1961 Electronics technician Married No religious preference listed DeVry Institute of Technology 2287 N. 300 Road, Edgerton	Libertarian None	Opposes government welfare; would rather see private organizations provide help; supports concealed guns; opposes efforts to define marriage as between a man and a woman
	Tom Holland July 23, 1961 Self-employed computer project manager Married, four children Protestant 961 E. 1600 Road, Baldwin	Democrat Two years in Kansas House	Willing to raise taxes for schools, supports amendment banning same-sex marriage, opposes in-state tuition for children of illegal immigrants
	Rich Lorenzo Nov. 15, 1973 Investment manager Married, one child Protestant Bachelor's in broadcast communications and history, University of South Florida; law and master's, KU 3001 W. 30th St., Lawrence	Republican None	Rework the school-finance formula and make health insurance more accessible
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Tom Holland Expense Report  Richard Lorenzo Expense Report  Holland's record point of contention  Anti-tax group targets state representative  Election Special 2004: State House 10th and 45th Districts  Meet the Candidates: 10th District State House: Tom Holland and Rich Lorenzo, part 1  Meet the Candidates: 10th District State House: Tom Holland and Rich Lorenzo, part 2  Meet the Candidates: 10th District State House: Tom Holland and Rich Lorenzo, part 3  Meet the Candidates: 10th District State House: Tom Holland and Rich Lorenzo, part 4  Meet the Candidates: 10th District State House: Tom Holland and Rich Lorenzo, part 5
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State House: 45th District (map)
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	Tom Sloan March 5, 1946 Strategic planner Wife, Gail, three children Presbyterian 772 U.S. Highway 40, Lawrence	Republican 10 years in the Kansas House and member of the Kansas Water Authority; chief of staff to Senate president for four years	More funding for public schools and higher education, including vocational schools; increased investment in wind energy and biosciences
	Patrick Wilbur June 15, 1966 Project director at Pearson Government Solutions Married, no children Episcopal Bachelor's in political science, KU 521 Durham Court, Lawrence Christian Fellowship 1970 E. 175 Road, Lecompton	Libertarian Intern for former U.S. Sen. Bob Dole in 1992	Make government, specifically education funding, more efficient before considering a tax increase.
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Tom Sloan Expense Report  Election Special 2004: State House 10th and 45th Districts
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State House: 53rd District
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	Thomass Lessman Oct. 23, 1977 Tech consultant, "fathers and family advocate" Divorced, three daughters Unreligious High school diploma 4124 N.E. Brier Road, Topeka	Libertarian First run for office, experience with legislators on families and father issues.	Favors eliminating unilateral no-fault divorce and deeply cutting the Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services; says the school funding controversy can be blamed on "activist judges."
	Ann Mah May 5, 1951 Retired Southwestern Bell, training and business consultant Married; one son Lutheran 3351 SE Meadowview Drive, Topeka	Democrat Precinct committeewoman	Willing to raise taxes for schools, same-sex marriage amendment unnecessary, willing to let small businesses participate in state's health insurance plan, abortion should be "rare but legal"
	Jack L. Woelfel Oct. 7, 1944 Software analyst for Blue Cross/Blue Shield Wife, Mary; one son; two grandchildren Non-denominational 4346 SE Maryland Ave., Topeka	Republican Precinct committeeman	Working to direct education funding to classrooms, supports carrying of concealed weapons, holding the line on taxes
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State Board of Education : 4th District (map)
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	Robert Meissner July 18, 1951 Dentist Wife, Sharon; three children Attends Topeka Bible Church Bachelor's in physical science, KSU, 1973; doctorate in dentistry, UMKC, 1977 2504 S.E. Faxon Court, Topeka	Republican Served on the Shawnee Heights school board from 1991 to 2003.	Encourage parents to be part of their child's education; work to fund schools without burdening taxpayers; work on improving teacher morale by improving salaries and cutting down on paperwork; review science standards to include evolution and other theories, including intelligent design.
	Bill Wagnon Jan. 24, 1939 History professor Wife, Joan; two children; three grandchildren Methodist Bachelor's in history, Hendrix College; master's and doctorate, MU 4036 N.E. Kimball Road, Topeka	Democrat Precinct committeeman; served on the KSBE for two terms.	Make sure curriculum is what students should know; encourage the use of successful programs, such as Parents as Teachers; recommend a budget that will adequately fund schools; adopt science standards following the recommendations of the National Academy of Science.
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Science standards rule BOE talk, despite attempt to downplay
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Douglas County District Attorney
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	Charles E. Branson Dec. 30, 1969 Private-practice attorney Married, two children Christian Bachelor's in business, KU, 1993; law degree, KU, 1995. 1027 R.I.	Democrat None	Start a consumer-protection division, improve services for victims and witnesses who testify in court, believes the district attorney should spend more time in court
	Christine Kenney May 13, 1961 District attorney Single, divorced Raised Catholic Bachelor's, University of Houston, 1984; law degree, KU, 1987 2915 Harvard Road, Lawrence	Republican Political experience: Elected in a three-way race in 1996. Re-elected with no opposition in 2000.	Experience, commitment to community safety and working with community groups; ability to lead the office.
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Chat: Christine Kenney  Christine Kenney Expense Report  Chat: Charles Branson  Charles Branson Expense Report  Challenger questions D.A.'s court record  Election Special 2004: Douglas County District Attorney race  Meet the Candidates: Douglas County District Attorney: Charles Branson and Christine Kenney, part 1  Meet the Candidates: Douglas County District Attorney: Charles Branson and Christine Kenney, part 2  Meet the Candidates: Douglas County District Attorney: Charles Branson and Christine Kenney, part 3  Meet the Candidates: Douglas County District Attorney: Charles Branson and Christine Kenney, part 4  Meet the Candidates: Douglas County District Attorney: Charles Branson and Christine Kenney, part 5  Meet the Candidates: Douglas County District Attorney: Charles Branson and Christine Kenney, part 6
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Douglas County Treasurer
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	Cindy Monshizadeh Dec. 16, 1956 Interim Douglas County deputy treasurer Husband, Fee; two children Free Methodist 3016 Yellowstone Drive	Republican None	Add employees to speed transactions at satellite offices, expand options for paying taxes with credit cards, educate people about payment options and shifting tax deadlines
	Paula Gilchrist Nov. 5, 1950 Social service dir.; property manager Divorced; two grown sons Protestant Bachelor's in elementary education, Wichita State, 1975; master's of psychology, Pittsburg State, 1998 815 Canterbury Lane, Lawrence	Democrat Precinct committeewoman in Lawrence, 2001-2003; district aide for then-U.S. Rep. Jim Slattery, D-Kan., 1994	Eliminate lines and "proof-of-insurance runaround" in treasurer's office; extend office hours, establish new office locations and expand online access to office services; "serve all taxpayers in a friendly and helpful manner."
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Cindy Monshizadeh Expense Report  Paula Gilchrist Expense Report
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County Commission: 3rd District (map)
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	Marguerite Ermeling July 5, 1951 Veterinarian and owner, Gentle Care Animal Hospital Married; one child Catholic Bachelor's in biology, Colorado State University, 1978; bachelor's in agricultural sciences, Kansas State University, 1980; doctorate in veterinary medicine, Kansas State University, 1984 1852 E. 950 Road, Lawrence	Independent None	Encourage economic development to create new jobs; coordinate road plans countywide and regionally; encourage and support intelligent planning principles to guide rural and urban growth; work to achieve better balance between development interests and surrounding neighborhoods, and to preserve community character.
	Jere McElhaney Feb. 25, 1958 Owner, McElhaney Fence Builders Married; three children Lutheran Lawrence High School, 1976; associate's degree, Kansas University Medical Center, 1979 1353 N. 1100 Road, Lawrence	Republican Political experience: Douglas County commissioner, 2001-present; Lawrence-Douglas County planning commissioner, 1999-2000	Push for completion of South Lawrence Trafficway and enhance overall transportation system in the cities and rural Douglas County; continue to support school systems in county, including after-school programs; hold line on taxes.
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Chat: Jere McElhaney  Jere McElhaney Expense Reports  Chat: Marguerite Ermeling  Maguerite Ermeling Expense Reports  McElhaney faces surprise fight  Election Special 2004: Douglas County offices
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County Clerk
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	Marni Penrod June 30, 1971 Deputy county clerk for elections Married; two children Methodist Bachelor's in biology, KU, 1993 102 N. 1 Road, Overbrook	Independent Republican Deputy county clerk for elections since August 2003	Build upon experience in office, where Penrod has worked since 1995; continue to implement requirements of Help America Vote Act, for which she's been trained through the Secretary of State's Office; use "knowledge and insights" to serve citizens while spending their tax money wisely.
	Jamie Shew Nov. 1, 1970 College relations coordinator, Metropolitan Community Colleges in K.C. Married; one child Methodist Bachelor's of political science, Southwest Missouri State, 1994 1923 Edgelea Road, Lawrence	Democrat Vice chairman, Douglas County Democratic Party, 2002-present; worked internships for state representatives in Missouri Political experience: Douglas County commissioner, 2001-present; Lawrence-Douglas County planning commissioner, 1999-2000	Develop an office that is "more accessible, more efficient and more responsive to the needs of the citizens"; supports requiring a "paper trail" for votes cast on electronic voting machines to be brought in to comply with the Help America Vote Act.
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Marni Penrod Expense Report  Jamie Shew Expense Report
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District Court Judge (retention)
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	Michael Malone Jan.16, 1948 Bachelor's, KSU, 1970; law degree, KU, 1973 1106 Crestline Drive, Lawrence Appointed to the bench: 1982
	Paula Martin April 23, 1953 Bachelor's, KU, 1976; Master's , KU, 1977; law degree, KU, 1981. 1514 Stratford Road, Lawrence Appointed to the bench: 1995
	Jack Murphy Oct. 10, 1943 419 E. 1700 Road, Baldwin
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Election Special 2004: Judge Paula Martin retention  More on the challenge to Judge Paula Martin  Chat: Karin Drees and Becca Booth, chairwoman of the Justice For Children Committee, chats with voters  Chat: Dan Watkins, a leader of the Retain Judge Martin Committee, chats with voters
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Grant Township Trustee
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	Chester Fitch July 12, 1953 Owner/manager of Fitch Rentals and Management Wife, Deanna; one son	Republican Incumbent Grant Township trustee, since 1997	Improve road maintenance, create a community advisory board to oversee and boost public use of Grant Township Community Building
	Ron Schneider May 9, 1953 Attorney Wife, Margaret Farley; two children Bachelor's in English literature, KU, 1975; law degree, UMKC, 1979; master's in architecture, KSU, 1988 1979 E. 1600 Road, Lawrence	Democrat None	Improve maintenance of township's 26 miles of roads; create an advisory board to oversee and manage the Grant Township Community Building Ñ formerly Grant School Ñ with the board being made up of township residents, who would get "a voice in what they want to do with it."
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Clinton Twp. Treasurer
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	Franklin Bidinger June 1, 1926 Retired maintenance worker; Clinton Township treasurer Wife, Bethany; 12 grown children Former member, Clinton Presbyterian Church Lawrence Memorial High, 1944 607 N. 1190 Road, Lawrence	Republican Clinton Township treasurer since 1992	"Townships should live within their budget Ñ that goes with a household or anything else."
	Michael Fangman Dec. 26, 1962 Wholesale food distributor Wife, Carrie; three children St. John the Evangelist Church Bachelor's in accounting and marketing, KSU, 1985; law degree, KU, 1988 974 E. 650 Road, Lawrence	Independent None	"The first thing that needs to be done is get some gravel on the roads"; initiate coordination, cooperation with Clinton Township Volunteer Fire Department to establish plans for the future and a schedule for upgrading equipment.
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Palmyra Twp. Trustee
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	Rex Hagerman Dec. 3, 1958 Farmer Single Baldwin High School, 1977 1893 N. 800 Road, Eudora	Republican None	Better maintenance of the roads -- better grading, more-often grading"; wants roadsides mowed more often and areas alongside intersections cleared more often to improve sight distances; "my experience in farming and living around here all my life, I know a lot about the roads."
	Martin 'Doug' Thomas April 26, 1942 Heavy-equipment operator for Palmyra Township Wife, Dena; nine grown children Born and raised Catholic, but not practicing Seaman High School, Topeka, 1959 552 E. 1400 Road, Baldwin	Democrat None	Improve maintenance of township roads, which "all need to be fixed"; "I'm a firm believer in fair and equal treatment for everybody. I try not to show any favoritism"; wants to build on two years of experience working part-time on the township's roads.
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Wakarusa Twp. Treasurer
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	Norman Leary Aug. 28, 1935 Farmer and homebuilder; Wakarusa Township treasurer Wife, Norma; two grown daughters First United Methodist Church Liberty Memorial High School, 1953 1059 E. 1479 Road, Lawrence	Republican Incumbent township treasurer since May 2003; East Wakarusa precinct committeman for more than 20 years	Manage budget to maintain a steady tax rate as township land is absorbed by the city of Lawrence; continue program to convert two miles of gravel roads into hard surfaces each year, while ensuring that remaining gravel roads are well cared for.
	C. V. Williams May 14, 1938 Part-time school bus driver; retired Wife, Betty; two grown daughters Southern Baptist Washington High, 1956; telegraphy and typing certificate, Midwest College of Commerce, 1958 1169 E. 1400 Road, Lawrence	Democrat Wakarusa Township treasurer, 1973-1977; lost race for township clerk two years ago.	"I have strong feelings that there should be opposition" candidates in any election; work to provide a "strong" fire department and "good" roads; "I like to squeeze a nickel every once in a while. I'm not a big spender. I like to keep the taxes down, if I can."
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Uncontested area races
Kansas Legislature House District 38: Anthony Brown, Republican House District 44: Barbara Ballard, Democrat House District 46: Paul Davis, Democrat House District 59: Joe Humerickhouse, Republican State Board of Education : 2nd District: Sue Gamble 6th District: Kathy Martin 8th District: Carol Rupe 10th District: Steve Abrams Douglas County or township offices County Commission, 2nd District: Bob Johnson, Republican Register of Deeds: Kay Pesnell, Democrat Sheriff: Ken McGovern, Republican Clinton Township Trustee: Charles Hodges, Republican Eudora Township Treasurer: Glen Grosdidier, Republican Grant Township Treasurer: Rich Bireta, Republican Kanwaka Township Treasurer: Paul Studebaker, Republican Kanwaka Township Trustee: David Wulfkuhle, Democrat Lecompton Township Treasurer: Gary Merritt, Republican Lecompton Township Trustee: Jay Robertson, Republican Marion Township Treasurer: Jim Jolly, Democrat Marion Township Trustee: Bonnie Wiscombe Democrat, (faces write-in campaign from Mike Fawl, Republican) Palmyra Township Treasurer: John Vesecky, Republican Wakarusa Township Trustee: Ernest Butell, Democrat Willow Springs Township Treasurer: Bruce Ausherman, Republican Willow Springs Township Trustee: Charles Wintermantel, Republican
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Anthony Brown Expense Report  Paul Davis Expense Report  Kay Pesnell Expense Report