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Breaking down the Election Night results for Missouri and Kansas

By Steve Kraske,

Halle Jackson, Josh Marvine, Elizabeth Ruiz

Published November 6, 2024 at 2:58 PM CST

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Josh Hawley thanks supporters at an Election Night watch party in Ozark on Nov. 5, 2024.

It was a strong night for Republicans, and not just because Donald Trump recaptured the White House. Political experts from Kansas and Missouri discuss what the election results tell us on the local and national level.

Republicans won big last night, locally and nationally.

KCUR's Up To Date was joined by two political scientists, Dr. Beth Vonnahme of UMKC and Dr. Bob Beatty of Washburn University, to share what we learned about Missouri and Kansas.

Former Kansas U.S. Rep. Kevin Yoder and former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander also discuss what Republicans and Democrats are taking away from last night's results.

Beth Vonnahme, Associate Dean, UMKC School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Bob Beatty, Professor and Chair of Political Science, Washburn University
Kevin Yoder, Former U.S. House representative, Kansas 3rd District
Jason Kander, Former Missouri Secretary of State

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Steve Kraske

When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.

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Halle Jackson

In an era defined by the unprecedented, one thing remains certain: Kansas Citians’ passion for their hometown. As an Up To Date producer, I construct daily conversations to keep our city connected. My work analyzes big challenges and celebrates achievements to help you see your town in a new way. Email me at hallejackson@kcur.org.

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Josh Marvine

As the 2024-2025 Up to Date intern, I am passionate about finding diverse stories that allow public radio to serve as a platform for people in our area to share what matters to them. I grew up in the Kansas City metro, graduated from the University of Arkansas, and have previously worked as a producer for KUAF, Northwest Arkansas' NPR affiliate station. Email me at jmarvine@kcur.org.

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Elizabeth Ruiz

When you listen to Up To Date, I want you to understand decisions being made in the city, feel inspired by community members, and empathize with people who've had different experiences. As an Up To Date producer, I connect you to the news through conversations with community members and elected officials. Contact me at elizabeth@kcur.org or on Twitter at @er_bentley_ruiz.

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