Topic: Multi-modal transportation

Interview of Bill Graves, December 5, 2022

Interviewed by Mike Matson

Mike Matson's 2022 interview of former Kansas Governor Graves shows the deep respect Matson has for the man he describes as "the last of the centrist, moderate Republican Kansas governors." The interview reveals the values that guided Graves throughout his 8 years in office--to whom much is given, much is expected. It shows how a well-grounded young man dealt with the news that the career for which he had prepared was no longer an option, and how he earned the respect of 73 percent of the state's voters resulting in a second term for Governor. Graves talked Show Moreabout his three most difficult decisions: replacing a US Senator (Dole), concealed carry and abortion restrictions. Graves concludes with a discussion of issues he thinks the Republican party should be embracing in the future. Following the interview, Matson wrote a column which summarized Bill Graves' success. A 2016 interview of Graves by Dr. Michael Smith of Emporia State University is published on this site. Two interviews of Graves conducted by Dr. Bob Beatty of Washburn University in 2004 and 2011 are also posted on this site. Show Less