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LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — A veteran Democratic lawmaker is running for Kansas secretary of state next year.

State Sen. Marci Francisco of Lawrence has appointed a treasurer for her campaign so that she can legally accept contributions.

The 67-year-old Francisco is the second Democrat in the race. The other is 17-year-old high school senior Lucy Steyer of Lenexa.

Francisco was first elected to the Senate in 2004 and has served on its elections committee in the past. She is a former Lawrence mayor.

Kansas state Reps. Scott Schwab and Keith Esau of Olathe are seeking the Republican nomination along w...