Debating Tax Cuts and Spending with Kansas Policy Institute CEO

Dave Trabert discusses the challenges of cutting taxes and spending in Kansas and the misconceptions surrounding the Kansas tax plan under Sam Brownback. He highlights the dependency of some state leaders on tax dollars and the lack of focus on efficiency and effectiveness in budgeting. Trabert emphasizes the need for a budget process that prioritizes goals, measures success, and identifies areas for improvement. He also suggests various strategies for saving money and repurposing spending, such as conducting communications audits and reevaluating the need for joining organizations. Trabert concludes by discussing the importance of personal financial management for lawmakers and the current state of Kansas's economy.