The (Democrat) clowns come to KC

It's not that I really give a damn about the Democrats but I notice that they're only interest in this part of the country is when it's time to pick up a check . . . I just think it's kind of sad that KC almost never sees these people unless it's at a fundraiser . . . Here are the details and it's clear you need a couple of grand of disposable income to make a difference in politics or to get a handshake with any presidential contender:

The three leading contenders — Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and John Edwards — will all visit Kansas City to hold fundraisers.

Clinton's visit will be May 5. At 9 a.m., she will stop by the Intercontinental Kansas City at the Plaza for brunch. The cost: $2,300 for a VIP brunch reception (the maximum donation allowed under federal law) or $1,000 for the brunch without the VIP treatment.

Obama visits the next weekend on May 12. At 12:15 p.m., he will stop at One Park Place for a reception. The VIP ticket costs $2,300, while a general reception costs $1,000. At 2 p.m., Obama will appear at a Kansas City kickoff for his campaign at the Downtown Marriott. Admission is $25, but students can get in for $10. Go to My.barackobama.com/kckickoff to register. Tickets will not be available at the door.

Full Disclosure: I'll probably vote for Bill Richardson even if he doesn't make it past the primary or unless the Republicans make with the Amnesty Ronald Reagan style! Orale!!!