Finalists for Kansas Supreme Court vacancy willing to stand for election if amendment passes

Applicants for Kansas Supreme Court vacancy commit to campaigning for reelection if amendment to Kansas Constitution passes to force direct elections.

By: Tim Carpenter

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: June 3, 2026

Words: 940

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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TOPEKA — Johnson County District Judge Robert Wonnell gave thought when applying for a vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court to the proposed constitutional amendment that could transform the selection of justices serving on the state’s highest court.

He said no one should expect him to transform into a foot-stomping candidate eager to battle rivals with attack ads and make promises about the outcome of issues before the court.

“If I were selected to serve …

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