Danedri

Christian. K-Stater. Recovering Journalist. Opinions are my own. I follow back unless your profile has your pronouns. Comms for KS AG Kris Kobach. KSGOP Chair

[Danedri @danedri]

I would love to have trust in media, government, tech restored. At this point, I'm not sure it's possible. They betrayed everyone with the response to COVID. Propping up the invalid in the WH was the final nail in the trust coffin.

[Eric Daugherty @EricLDaugh]

YIKES! Axios' Alex Thompson SCORCHES the media at the White House Correspondents' Dinner for covering up Biden's lack of mental acuity.

The room was silent!

"President Biden's decline and its cover up by the people around him is a reminder that every White House, regardless of party, is capable of deception."

"But being truth tellers also means telling the truth about ourselves. We, myself included, missed a lot of this story. And some people trust us less because of it. We bear some responsibility for faith in the media being at such lows."

"I say this because acknowledging errors builds trust and being defensive about them further erodes it. We should have done better."

[Steven Godofsky @sgodofsk]

George Will's son Jon has Down syndrome. In 2013, he wrote this celebrating Jon's 40th birthday.

[Danedri @danedri]

@annbauerwriter Such a gifted writer.

[Danedri @danedri]

The fact that California has only tallied about 60% of the ballots 4 days after Election Day is an embarrassment. It’s a third world banana republic. Golden Staters, haven’t you had enough?

[Danedri @danedri]

My heart hurts. A father is supposed to protect his family. Here, he recalls having his family’s most defenseless member killed for his convenience.

[Jesse Ridgway @McJuggerNuggets]

This week, my wife and I made the very difficult decision to terminate the pregnancy due to Trisomy 21.

The choice was not made lightly. We really appreciate all of the personal stories that you guys shared with us, especially the unconditional support we received from fans with no matter what we decided.

I know some of you may be very disappointed to hear this news. We are devastated. This has been extremely traumatic for both of us, especially Ashley.

She underwent the procedure earlier this week and is on the mend. Thankfully, everything went smoothly, but emotionally we are drained.

Trisomy 21, also known as Down Syndrome, is caused by an extra chromosome. It is caused by an error in cell division, like a glitch. The odds of a baby having it is 1 in 1000.

When I first confronted this news, I was shocked but optimistic. If they’re a little slow intellectually, then we’ll make it work. I signed on to be a parent, come what may…but I just didn’t fully understand what Down Syndrome entailed.

Once we made it public, it became clear that MOST people don’t know what Down Syndrome entails (and no, it’s not the same as Autism):

50% of babies with DS have heart defects. 75% will have hearing challenges. Over 50% will have vision problems. Impaired immune function, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, delayed physical development, poor muscle tone, structural issues with face, decreased lifespan, etc…Sadly, the list is long, feel free to look it up…Down Syndome isn’t a “blessing”, it is objectively shitty from a health perspective.

I didn’t realize just how rough it is for the child, let alone the family…more often than not, they would be fully dependent on others for the rest of their life.

The miscarriage risk is also close to 50%, which made matters worse…they may never see the light of day and it puts Ashley further at risk.

We spoke with doctors, friends, family and genetic counselors and learned that up to 90% of women terminate their pregnancy after learning the baby has Trisomy 21.

This was WAY higher than I expected, I thought it would be lower given that I hear so many say they kept or would keep the baby. I believe that’s because most terminations happen privately, it feels shameful. A lot of judgment being cast.

You never think you’d be in this type of situation until it happens to you and then things change.

To all of my fans who have weighed in on this topic who have Autism, Down Syndrome or any other conditions…we appreciate you. You matter a lot and we’re glad you’re here. I commend you and your families for having the strength and courage to push forward.

As for us, we made a difficult decision that we believe in the long-run will be beneficial for our family. Thankfully, we had a choice.

It will take a little time to move on, but we are excited to try again in the future and hopefully have a better outcome.

Love you guys & thank you for understanding. ❤️

[KSN News Wichita @KSNNews]

Ty Masterson is one of 10 candidates hoping to take Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's seat. Here's what to know before Friday's debate. #KSGovDebate https://t.co/IN8jxwTqyq

[Danedri @danedri]

Love this challenge!!

[JD Vance @JDVance]

Usha's Summer Reading Challenge was a hit last year, and I'm so proud of her.

Summer Reading is back again this year, so be sure to check it out!

[Kansas GOP @KansasGOP]

📢 Today is Filing Day in Kansas!

Today marks the official filing deadline for candidates seeking public office across the Sunflower State. Once the filing period closes, Kansans will have a clearer picture of the candidates who will be on the ballot in the Republican primary this election cycle.

Election season is officially underway, and every race matters—from local offices to statewide contests.

Stay tuned for updates as we continue working to elect strong Republican leaders across Kansas.🌻

#KSGOP #Kansas #Election2026

[Danedri @danedri]

@jeffaccordion Kansas's great history belongs to all Kansans. (And I don't even know what you mean. Do you think Kansas entering the nation as a free state - very intentionally-- was a liberal position? Do you think Brown v. Board was a liberal decision?)

[Danedri @danedri]

Kansas helped shape history. It is a place where the fight for liberty refuses to stay quiet. From “Bleeding Kansas” in the 1850s to its admission as a free state in 1861, Kansas stood firmly against slavery. Kansans fought bravely for the Union, helping secure freedom for millions.
After the war, Kansas became a promised land for thousands of Black Americans fleeing oppression in the South. In the late 1870s, the Exodusters migrated here by the tens of thousands, seeking land, dignity, and opportunity under the Homestead Act. Towns like Nicodemus stand today as powerful symbols on the frontier.
That spirit of justice carried forward. In 1954, Brown v. Board of Education in Topeka struck down “separate but equal” and ignited the modern Civil Rights Movement.

[Andrew Anderson @uscfan981]

Say something nice about Kansas.

[Danedri @danedri]

Happy Filing Day to all who celebrate!!

[Danedri @danedri]

Kansas helped shape history. It is a place where the fight for liberty refuses to stay quiet. From “Bleeding Kansas” in the 1850s to its admission as a free state in 1861, Kansas stood firmly against slavery. Kansans fought bravely for the Union, helping secure freedom for millions.
After the war, Kansas became a promised land for thousands of Black Americans fleeing oppression in the South. In the late 1870s, the Exodusters migrated here by the tens of thousands, seeking land, dignity, and opportunity under the Homestead Act. Towns like Nicodemus stand today as powerful symbols on the frontier.
That spirit of justice carried forward. In 1954, Brown v. Board of Education in Topeka struck down “separate but equal” and ignited the modern Civil Rights Movement.

[Danedri @danedri]

They rarely get together in person.

[Bella @BellaBaddie__]

Serious Question: The alcohol industry has lost $830 billion in the last 4 years, because Gen Z is not drinking. Why do you think they aren’t drinking?

[Danedri @danedri]

@LeviABx I am a super rightwinger, and I think you’re alright. 🤷‍♂️

[Danedri @danedri]

I really think the @Royals can pull this one out. We just need 12 runs in the next two innings. We got this!!

[InfantryDort @infantrydort]

This may be one of the greatest X things I've ever witnessed. No joke.

[Tracy ✝️🇺🇸 @mermazingtracy]

Well @americanair, tried the DMs, stopped getting responses. So public it is. Flight 2745 was diverted from DCA to ORF at approx 915. We have been on this plane on the ground for over 4 hours. No ability to deplane, until just now, but if we get off, then we can’t get back on.

[Danedri @danedri]

Battle Hymn of the Republic at Arlington National Cemetery during a candlelight vigil on Memorial Day.

[Danedri @danedri]

@yasmin5235 And as is usual, there are people who stick their heads in the sand and pretend the moisture is from the humidity.

[Danedri @danedri]

As anticipated, the schools always sue when we have a Republican Governor. They filed a school funding lawsuit the day Brownback’s took office. They expect a Republican to win in November. Hence the lawsuit machine is firing up.

[jhawk4life 🇺🇸 @jhawk4life]

This is an email the Superintendent of @olatheschools sent parents. BTW....his annual salary is $306,493.

[Danedri @danedri]

They won’t be happy until 100 percent of the state budget goes directly to school administrators. They don’t even pretend it goes to teachers anymore. If they just add one more director who never even speaks to students in the course of a normal day, all the kids will suddenly be able to read and math.