Kansas City Democrat Sen. Chris Steineger announces run for Secretary of State

Published Jan. 21, 2010 at 3:26 p.m.

TOPEKA – Sen. Chris Steineger, D-Kansas City, announced his bid for Secretary of State on Thursday.

Steineger, has served in the state Senate for 13 years. His district encompasses southern Wyandotte County.

“I was raised by parents who lived through the Great Depression and World War II,” Steineger said. “Many of the lessons that they passed on to me are once again applicable today. Hard work, thrift and living within our means are more sustainable than excessive spending and debt. I plan to incorporate these lessons into the operation of the Secretary of State’s office.”

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