Gen Z congressional candidate believes ‘proud progressive’ views will appeal to Kansas voters

By: Sherman Smith

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: June 22, 2026

Words: 894

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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TOPEKA — Cole Epley isn’t afraid to run for Congress as a “proud progressive.”

The 28-year-old believes he’s the best choice for the Democratic nomination in the Wichita-area 4th District because moderate candidates have already shown they can’t defeat incumbent Republican Rep. Ron Estes.

In an appearance on the Kansas Reflector podcast, Epley said a lot of candidates hold progressive values but are “scared to actually go the distance and just take on the mantle …

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