The words that Kansans use matter. Can we find the strength within ourselves to put pride aside?

By: Rebecca Phillips

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: July 14, 2026

Words: 600

Last Updated: 1 week, 1 day ago

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Living in Topeka, one grows accustomed to driving past the Westboro Baptist Church members holding up their signs. The Phelps family members aren’t out in force like they used to be, but there’s no missing them at times, and it can make one’s day a bit frustrating to know that hate is still alive in Kansas and in America.

I didn’t grow up in a hateful family. My grandpa was a minister for 60 …

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