About Beehive Media
Empowering Kansas citizens with transparent access to political information and civic engagement tools
Our Story
Founded by Jason Anderson, a 2024 Democratic candidate for Kansas State Senate, Beehive Media was born from a simple belief: democracy works best when citizens are informed and engaged. After experiencing firsthand the challenges of accessing timely legislative information during his campaign, Jason recognized the need for better tools to connect Kansans with their government.
Starting in 2020, Beehive Media has grown from a single political newsletter to a comprehensive suite of civic technology platforms. Today, we serve thousands of Kansans—from everyday citizens to political professionals—with real-time legislative tracking, in-depth political analysis, and grassroots organizing tools.
The name "Beehive" reflects our philosophy: like bees working together to create something greater than themselves, we believe democracy thrives when citizens collaborate and stay engaged in the political process. Our "swarm" approach amplifies individual voices to create meaningful change in Kansas politics.
What We Do
Political Journalism
Through Capitol Bee, we deliver in-depth coverage of the Kansas Legislature, providing context and analysis that helps readers understand the impact of state politics on their daily lives.
Legislative Transparency
BillBee uses cutting-edge AI technology to track every bill in the Kansas Legislature, making it easy for citizens and professionals to monitor legislation, voting records, and committee actions in real-time.
Civic Engagement
LetterSwarm empowers advocacy groups and campaigns with tools to coordinate direct mail campaigns, helping grassroots organizations make their voices heard at the State Capitol.
Our Mission & Values
Mission
To democratize access to political information and provide Kansas citizens with the tools they need to actively participate in state government and civic life.
Transparency
We believe in open access to information and clear communication about how government works.
Innovation
We leverage technology to solve real problems and make civic participation easier than ever.
Independence
We maintain editorial independence and serve all Kansans, regardless of political affiliation.
Impact
We measure success by increased civic engagement and a more informed Kansas electorate.
Organization Structure
Beehive Media, LLC is a privately-owned limited liability company registered in Kansas. We operate as an independent media and technology company focused on strengthening democratic engagement through journalism and civic technology.
Important Disclaimers:
- We are not a political action committee (PAC) or super PAC
- We are not a 501(c) non-profit organization
This structure allows us to maintain complete editorial independence while building sustainable technology solutions for civic engagement. We are accountable to our customers and the Kansas community we serve, not to donors or political committees.
Join the Hive
Whether you're a political professional, engaged citizen, or advocacy organization, we have tools and information to help you make a difference in Kansas politics.