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Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent

Nov 4, 2026 · Michel Martin

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Kansas just elected a Democrat. His message to Washington? Be decent
Democratic Sen.-elect Adam Hamilton at an election night gathering Tuesday in Overland Park, Kansas.
Democratic Sen.-elect Adam Hamilton at an election night gathering Tuesday in Overland Park, Kansas.

The Methodist pastor who flipped a Republican Senate seat says voters want more than political change. He tells NPR what he heard from Kansans about decency, faith and finding common ground.

(Image credit: Austin Johnson)

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