Protesters rally in Topeka against Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback and GOP legislature

About 100 rally against Kan. gov., GOP lawmakers
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — About 100 people have protested outside the Kansas Statehouse against Republican Gov. Sam Brownback and the GOP-controlled Legislature.

The protesters argued Monday that Brownback and his legislative allies are moving the state too far to the right.

They were upset with massive income tax cuts approved last year, arguing that they'll help the wealthy while leading to big cuts in spending on public schools and social services. The groups included the American Federation of Teachers and the National Organization for Women.

They rallied shortly before the Legislature opened its annual session.

AFT-Kansas President Lisa Ochs (Ohks) said the groups are ready to fight Brownback and his allies.

Brownback spokeswoman Sherriene (Shuh-REEN') Jones-Sontag said the governor will protect core state services with the budget proposals he'll outline this week.