Sue Boldra - Bold Leadership for Kansas

Issues We Face

admin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:22:08 +0000

There has never been a more important time in politics than now. The issues we face as Americans and Kansans will affect our lives for years to come.

My Passion Is Kansas

admin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:03:35 +0000

I learned the value of honesty, integrity, and the importance of a hard day’s work growing up on the family farm. As a teacher I’ve received many of teaching’s highest honors in the state, including being twice recognized by the Daughters of the American Revolution as the Kansas History Teacher of the Year, and the 2001 District 1 Secondary Kansas Teacher of the Year. I’ve also received National Board Certification, the highest achievement of the teaching profession, and I was recently recognized by McPherson College as a Dayton Rothrock Alumni Fellow. Above all, I’ve devoted my life to Kansas, serving many roles. I’ve been a life-long educator, a parent, a grandparent, a Realtor, a small business owner, a precinct committeewoman, a planning commission member, a farmer, and as always, a Kansan.

Rush Center, KS – March 17th

admin — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 12:22:14 +0000

The road sign on the south side of Rush Center notifies the traveler that this city is the home of Kansas’ largest St. Patrick’s Day parade. The 23^rd Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade was magnificent. The wind was blustery, but the weather was warm and there were no clouds in sight (although I know we could really use the rain). It was a Kansas Day! A car and antique tractor show, over 100 parade entries, games, food vendors, face painting, and live music. Stopping/diverting traffic on a major intersection of highways US 183 and KS 96 is no small feat, but it happens every year without a hitch. The local law enforcement and traffic control deserve a host of accolades!

We were entered in the parade, Carl drove the truck and I shook many hands, introduced myself to many attendees, and handed out Sue Boldra “sunflower” stickers to a couple of hundred children (and some adults). My former students are always good sports when I offer them “stickers.” I have had the pleasure of working with and teaching some of the best people in the world. Wonderful young people who have grown into wonderful adults. I am well-blessed!!

Had a great time, a great meal, and wonderful camaraderie. We live in an incredible place in this world.

Please check out the pictures.

Larned, KS – March 16th

admin — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:19:16 +0000

Following the town hall meeting in LaCrosse, we traveled south to listen to the concerns of the residents of Pawnee County. We were all running a bit late and quite a crowd had assembled before the Congressman began to speak. A little more than 40 people gathered in the back room of the Larned Chamber of Commerce building. Concerns centered around very similar issues – health care, veteran’s rights, freedom of religion, ag policy, and a new income structure were added to the earlier issues.

I met a lovely young woman named Rachel Bird who had done some research and compilation of data about the Republican Party in Kansas. She is also involved in starting a strong organization of Young Republicans of Pawnee County. Good luck to her. I am always impressed with the strength of young people who realize the importance of political efficacy.

LaCrosse, KS – March 16th

admin — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 12:11:11 +0000

Friday afternoon, Carl and I drove to LaCrosse to attend a town hall meeting being held by Congressman Tim Hueslkamp. It was held in the Walnut Creek Extension Office on Main Street. At the Big First District TEA Party that he addressed earlier in the week, I had asked the congressman if he would mind if we would attend some of his meetings in other towns of the 36^th Senate District. He graciously agreed that my attendance would be fine.

About 20 residents, mostly residents of LaCrosse, but also from Ellis County, a gentleman from Topeka, and several law enforcement personnel were in attendance. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Dan Keener, the chairman of the Rush County Republicans, and was re-acquainted with several lovely ladies that I had met at Ron and Cathy Sandstroms’.

After Congressman Huelskamp’s introduction concerning the dire straits of our nation’s economy with the use of some charts and graphs, the questions/comments centered around agriculture, HB4646, energy supplies, and the President’s war powers. The meeting went well, but it is obvious that more and more people are growing concerned with the direction our nation is taking. Burgeoning debt, fewer controls, bureaucracies with increasing power and oversight, and distrust are recurring topics of discussion.

I have included pictures of the day in front of the Rush County Court House.

Proud to Call Kansas Home

admin — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 20:10:53 +0000

Throughout my lifetime in this district I have served many roles. I come from a farming background, growing up on a farm in McPherson County, which I now own. My husband and I served the role of small business owner for the twenty years that we operated Sportsman’s Supply. As a licensed Realtor I have been able to maintain my connection to small business interests. I have also had the distinct honor of serving as an educator for thirty-eight years, teaching at both the high school and university level. Through this role I learned the value of public service and civic virtue, now I look to take on a new role as your representative in the Kansas State Senate.