"Ron Thornburgh's life is a public service success story. During his four terms as Secretary of State and before that working his way up from the mail room to the Deputy Secretary position, Ron has demonstrated a lifetime of public service for the people of Kansas. Secretary Thornburgh has partnered with the 105 county clerks and election commissioners to strive for efficient and fair elections. He has upgraded technology and streamlined the office's business regulatory function. I wish Ron all the best in his new endeavors and thank him for his leadership and friendship."