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You're sure to spot quotes from folks you know in this alphabetical listing of comments from some of the subscribers to Hawver's Capitol Report. From keeping the "political pulse of Kansas" to "makes me smarter" to delivering news "with humor & no baloney," here’s what people say about Hawver’s Capitol Report: Subscribers say: ‘‘You have heard the old phrase ‘I
wish I could be a fly on the wall to hear what they are saying.’
With Martin and the Hawver Report, I have my on fly on the wall.
He is everywhere.’’ ‘‘Hawver News was a much needed publication
when it began in 1993. Now it is invaluable. Martin seems to be
everywhere at once...something I am unable to accomplish. He always
has a quote from the person you just wished you had talked to.’’
"I read your Hawver e-mails everyday and
sometimes several times a day, because you provide me with better
information than my husband, State Senator Jim Barone, does. I find
it particularly helpful late in the session when he is working day
and night. Thanks for reporting such up-to-date news." ‘‘Hawver's Capitol Report is the best
one-stop source I know of for timely, accurate information on what's
happening in the Kansas Legislature and Kansas politics generally.
I never miss an issue!’’ ‘‘I'm very interested in and very concerned
about what's going on in Topeka. As a long-time subscriber, I know
that Hawver's Capitol Report is the best way to keep from getting
blind-sided.’’ "The Hawver's Capitol Report has been very
helpful in my capacity as chair of the Legislative Committee of
the Kansas County Clerks and Election Officials Association. The
e-mails provided are especially useful to provide quick access to
the happenings in the Legislature, especially in the final days."
‘‘As a charter subscriber to Hawver's
Capitol Report, I have always found the Report to be informative
and insightful, with each issue topped off by the humorous Rail
column on the back page. The new e-mail news flash bulletins have
added value to an already valuable service.’’ "For legislative information, Hawver's is
the cheapest employee on the payroll. If it is happening at 4 a.m.
on a Sunday morning, Hawver's will be there to cover it and you
will be reading the information while you sip your morning coffee.
The information is accurate, candid and concise. If it is vital
that you know the Kansas political arena, then you could probably
do without Hawver's--but you would sure be doing it the hard way."
‘‘I appreciate Martin's e-mail summaries
of the Governor's press conferences, legislative day, etc. It gives
me a quick overview without having to wade through several pages
before I find the ‘meat’ of what is going on under the
dome.’’ "Martin has an unbelievable knack for knowing
when, where and why things are about to happen. I am at the Capitol
everyday and I find his e-mail alerts very valuable because he covers
such a wide range of issues. Chances are if you didn't read about
it in his 'hcrflash e-mail' it didn't happen. I think Martin is
the most respected (and definitely the most liked) journalist in
the Statehouse." "Hawver's Capitol report and the HCR Flash
email provide insights into the legislative process, the issues
of the day and political campaigns that are invaluable to me and
to my clients. Keep up the great work." ‘‘As a lobbyist, I continually rely
on Hawver's for up-to-the-minute (literally) reporting of facts
and issues of importance to my business and the ‘behind-the-scene’
activities of the Legislature. I look forward to receiving the Capitol
Report and find that amongst my circle, we find ourselves quoting
Hawver's with each issue. It's fast, accurate and dependable information
you just have to have to be successful in government.’’
"The email Hawver's Capitol Report is a great
way for me to keep up on a daily basis with what is really going
on in Topeka. I am known to quote it regularly. I recommend the
Hawver's Capitol Report to anyone who asks how they can find out
more about the State Legislature on a timely basis." "I really appreciate having Hawver news reports.
As the Republican National Committeewoman for Kansas, I am constantly
traveling the state and nation. While I try to keep informed by
the newspapers, they are not as up-to-date as Hawver News reports
on legislative affairs in our state, which are daily. Many thanks."
‘‘Hawver’s Capitol Report is my
source for immediate and reliable information concerning education-related
legislation. I encourage all educators to be politically knowledgable
and voice their opinions. Hawver’s Capitol Report provides
me with the background on complex legislative issues and helps me
be a knowledgable resource for our legislative delegation.’’
‘‘Even more than statewide newspaper
clippings, I find that Hawver's Capitol Report provides the kind
of hard political news coupled with insider analysis that tells
me what I need to know in a timely way. The daily e-mail reports
during the legislative session are an increasingly valuable addition
to the weekly printed report. It cannot be beaten.’’ ‘‘I always look forward to reading the
HCR printed newsletter and now the e-mail bulletin service. I can
count on Hawver to be both factual and up-to-date on the news and
to present it in a humorous and concise manner. It is well worth
the subscription rate!’’ "As a Hawver's Capitol Report subscriber,
I can get the facts on what's going on in the Kansas Statehouse
when I can't be there. I rely on HCR for timely and accurate information.
The e-mails are especially helpful." ‘‘Personally, I look forward to each
edition just to get a quick update and test my reaction to Martin's
perspective. I'm a compulsive ‘news reviewer.’ Hawver's
News is a timely fixture on my reading list. Professionally, the
weekly and daily updates help us keep our member colleges informed
in a timely manner.’’ "I'm delightfully out of active politics,
but I still like to know what is going on in Topeka--i.e. what lobbyists
can still skew good or bad legislation and if certain bones are
still buried, etc. You guys are the best. I still have a healthy
amount of skepticism about the stories of the mainline press so
I read your bulletins with heightened interest since they usually
give me the background of the story. Your sense of humor is sauce
on the goose." ‘‘Thank you for a great job of reflecting
what really is happening at the Capitol. Keep up the good work.’’
"As a Kansas state senator I find the Hawver's
Capitol Report e-mail bulletins most useful. At the end of a long
week with numerous issues I feel I can go to my computer and click
on HCR e-mail and it updates me with the most current information."
‘‘Hawver's Capitol Report is MUST reading
for anyone who has even a remote interest in Kansas politics.’’
"The HCR Flash was invaluable to me as I
tried to keep up with happenings in the Statehouse. One could not
be everywhere, so getting the information and the analysis was important
to me so I could keep others in my organization informed."
"This chamber of commerce uses the excellent
legislative reporting and related information provided by HCR throughout
the legislative session. It is a major source of timely information
that is crucial since we are in contact with our legislative delegation
on an almost daily basis. We have a need to know what is happening
and the political context within which events are occurring. HCR,
and particularly HCR Flash, fills this need. As a relatively small
organization we cannot afford to have a day-to-day presence in the
halls of the Capitol. HCR fills that gap well and on a timely basis."
‘‘Having access to Statehouse news through
the Hawver News sources is the next best thing to being there in
person. You provide helpful background information as to what is
happening in the legislative process.’’ ‘‘Even with three of us in this firm
being at the Capitol, lobbying on behalf of 26 registered clients,
we still read and rely on Hawver's Capitol Report. We like having
Hawver's perspective on the inside stuff, the gossip, and the strategies.’’
‘‘During the last few years of my tenure
as Executive Director of United School Administrators of Kansas
(USA), I came to depend on Hawver's Capitol Report for insights
into the legislative process which were not covered by other media.
Martin Hawver's persistent participation in ‘life under the
dome where the air is thin’ results in his knowing not only
where the action is, but what direction the action is likely to
take. Since coming to Marion one year ago, I have continued my subscription
to Hawver's Capitol Report. I enjoy Martin's accurate though often
irreverent descriptions of what goes on under the dome.’’
"I find the HCR news flash to be the best
way to keep up with the 'doins' under the dome. Quick and always
pithy. If the issue is important to me more information is usually
forthcoming and I am ready to watch for it." ‘‘I not only think Hawver's Report is
an invaluable resource, the recent addition of the timely e-mails
has only enhanced the service.’’ "Hawver's Capitol Report is the best instrument
I have found to keep timely informed of what is going on in the
Legislature. When one lives 337 miles from the Capitol, as I do,
it is difficult to keep up with the important issues that happen
in Topeka. With the HCR, I often have information that is important
and valuable as events are happening." "I really appreciate the complete information
and analysis provided by Hawver News. In particular, I find the
e-mail updates very timely and informative. During the last days
of the session it allowed me to follow what was happening without
having to be in attendance." "If anyone wants to know up-to-the minute
information about Capitol activities, the Hawver Report and e-mail
service are the best. These services are important to me to keep
up with the political landscape of Kansas. They provide information
you cannot find in other sources." ‘‘I don't have time to hang around the
rail. I rely on HCR to give me an insider's perspective on what's
going on at the Statehouse. Plus, I think Martin is very funny.’’
‘‘Hawver's Capitol Report and e-mails
keep me better informed on Statehouse news than any other news source.
That's important to me since I can't always be in Topeka.’’
"Martin Hawver has a tremendous insight into
government affairs. He seems to live in the Capitol because his
coverage is on the mark and on time." ‘‘I'm at the Capitol everyday and I'm
constantly amazed at all the stuff I read about in Hawver's Report,
that I didn't even know was happening in the Capitol. Martin Hawver
is the only journalist I completely trust.’’ "This is the first year I have subscribed
to your services. I'm hooked. The perspective and updates have proven
invaluable. E-mail allowed me to stay informed and not have to be
chained to the Capitol. Thanks for the good work." "I absolutely depend on Hawver’s to
keep me in touch with what’s in the works around the rail
when the Legislature is in session, and what’s going on behind
the scenes and how it’s viewed when the Legislature’s
not in session. If you want to be in the mix, Hawver is indispensable."
"I believe HCR gives the best possible up-to-the-minute,
concise and incisive news coverage of what's happening in Kansas
state government." "I don't have many 'must reads' but your
newsletter is one of them. I always find valuable insights and information
written in an entertaining style. Your e-mails, particularly at
the end of the session, were a great way to keep up with the major
issues." ‘‘Hawver's Capitol Report is much like
a favorite magazine ... it is a must-read the day it arrives in
the mail. HCR makes me smarter.’’ "I have been very impressed with the information
received from Hawver News. I regularly receive a printed newsletter
that is up-to-date and informative. During the legislative session
extremely prompt updates are e-mailed to my mailbox where I can
review them at my leisure. I would recommend the Hawver News service
to anyone wishing to keep current and informed of what's happening
at the State Capitol." ‘‘Hawver's Capitol Report is the ultimate
insider's guide to the Kansas Legislature. It is used extensively
by legislators and lobbyists alike.’’ ‘‘Nobody does a better job of keeping
the political pulse of Kansas than Martin Hawver.’’ ‘‘If you don't subscribe to Hawver's
Capitol Report, you aren't in the Capitol loop.’’ "The Hawver's Capitol Report is a great source
for Kansas Legislature issues. As a legislator I find it very insightful."
"I did come to rely on the HCR Flash e-mail
to update me on what may have happened in conference committees,
etc. I only lobby banking issues, but feel it's important to keep
up-to-date on all state issues and the HCR e-mails made it so much
easier to do so." ‘‘I find the e-mail updates valuable,
because they give enough lead time to contact a legislator if something
important is about to happen.’’ ‘‘The e-mail bulletins allow me to know
exactly what is happening in Topeka in real time. There is no other
information outlet that can match this service.’’ "In the hectic world of managing an association
while serving as its primary lobbyist, your service is invaluable.
Keep up the good work. Thanks." ‘‘The e-mail has really been a great
addition for me. I appreciate that you are always adding new services.’’
"The Hawver e-mails were absolutely the best
way to keep track of what went on in this last legislative session.
As the session wound down Hawver had it before anyone else. There
were several times when I used Hawver to alert clients as to legislative
happenings so that they could take appropriate action. Sign me up
again!" "I originally subscribed to Hawver's Capitol
Report for the overview it provides and didn't think I'd care about
the HCR Flash e-mail service. As valuable as the Report has been,
I have discovered that the HCR Flash e-mail service is fantastic
and is worth the subscription price by itself." ‘‘The Hawver Capitol Report and e-mail
news bulletins are timely, informative, and convenient. For an inside
look at the Kansas political scene, there is no better source.’’
‘‘Your service for me provides: (1)
Timely, insightful information regarding current events at the Capitol
which is both reliable and useful for anyone interested in understanding
state government's activities in Topeka; (2) Succinctly written
and objectively reported; and (3) Interestingly presented in a very
readable format.’’ ‘‘Nothing covers Kansas politics and
the Statehouse like Hawver's Capitol Report. It is a must read.
Not only will you find it in every office under the dome, but you
will find it in nearly every Kansas Congressional office in Washington.’’
‘‘Insightful, prescient, precise news
seasoned with a few giggles, and delivered just in time to assure
freshness.’’ ‘‘The Capitol Rail section is the most
enjoyable political commentary written in the state of Kansas.’’
‘‘Politics is still in my blood, even
if it isn't my livelihood any longer. Hawver's Capitol Report has
kept me in the know about Kansas politics and government. And it's
done in the way that only the Hawvers can do, with humor and no
baloney.’’ ‘‘Hawver's Capitol Report is a must-have
for anyone who works in or follows the legislative process. The
e-mail flash updates are invaluable. Martin has a unique understanding
and knowledge of the Statehouse. His reports are timely, informative,
interesting and entertaining. Doing my job would be much more difficult
without Hawver's Capitol Report.’’ ‘‘Knowledge is your greatest asset when
working with our Legislature. Hawver's Capitol Report is the most
complete and timely source of information about our Kansas government.’’
‘‘Hawver finds out about stuff others
only learn about by reading his Report. It is amazing the traditional
press aren't as informed as he is.’’ "HCR consistently keeps me updated on governmental
and political happenings in the Statehouse. It's up-to-the minute
and accurate." "HCR provides up-to-date information and
analysis of events at the Capitol that assist me in doing my job.
Perhaps even more valuable to me are the e-mail updates you provide.
I live out-of-town and travel frequently so I can't always be at
the Capitol. Your e-mail updates help keep me informed of the latest
news no matter where I may be." ‘‘I've been around the Capitol for over
30 years, and I have never seen a publication that gets more ‘behind-the-scenes’
news than Hawver's Capitol Report. I'm up there under the dome (where
the air is thin) every day, but Martin always manages to find some
gem of information that I have missed. I don't know how people get
along without the HCR.’’ |
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(If you are a subscriber to the HCR printed newsletter/e-mail news bulletin service, we'd very much welcome having your reason for subscribing included in the above list, too; just e-mail it to politics@hawvernews.com, along with how your name & title should be listed. Thank you!) |
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