Kansas’ data center boom is shaking up the governor’s race
The fight over data centers has suddenly become a defining battle in the race to run Kansas — on both sides of the aisle. Gubernatorial hopefuls are trying to leverage the issue to weaken their rivals in the final stretch before Tuesday’s primaries, with attack ads, dark money and accusations of flip-flopping roiling the race.
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Kansas is seeing a rapid growth in data centers. This issue has become a major topic in the governor's race. Candidates are using attack ads and accusations to gain advantage. Democratic Sen. Cindy Holscher and Republican Sen. Ty Masterson face criticism over their votes. Republican businessman Philip Sarnecki has spent over $300,000 on ads against Masterson.
Why it matters
The outcome could shape Kansas' future tech policy and economic growth. Voters should know how candidates plan to balance development with local concerns.
- What is causing tension in the Kansas governor's race?
- The rapid growth of data centers and how candidates have voted on related issues.
- Who is spending money on attack ads?
- Republican businessman Philip Sarnecki has spent over $300,000 on ads attacking Sen. Ty Masterson.
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