Sen.-elect Hamilton reflects on why Kansas voters chose a Democrat for U.S. Senate

Kansas has elected Democrat Adam Hamilton to the US Senate, ending a 94-year gap since the state last sent a Democrat to the chamber. Hamilton, a Methodist pastor, says voters were frustrated by events in Washington and policies they felt were harming people, making his victory a sign of dissatisfaction that crossed party lines.

Hamilton said his campaign centred on decency and morality, drawing on 38 years as a pastor and his experience listening to people across Kansas. He described his strengths as listening, caring and fighting for people, and said he wants to work towards a better future. He also said he would not support Chuck Schumer as Senate majority leader, arguing the party needs leadership that can bring Republicans, Democrats and different ideological groups together.