Richard

The statement refers to **Laura Kelly**, the Governor of Kansas (a Democrat who has served since 2019, and previously a state senator). Public biographical records confirm her educational background matches what you described exactly.

- She holds a **Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Psychology** from Bradley University.

- She earned a **Master of Science (M.S.) in Therapeutic Recreation** from Indiana University.

These degrees are in the fields of psychology and recreational therapy (also called therapeutic recreation), which focuses on using leisure activities, recreation, and structured programs to improve physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being—often for people with illnesses, disabilities, injuries, or in rehabilitation settings (e.g., hospitals, mental health facilities, senior care, or veteran programs).

Therapeutic recreation is a recognized allied health profession. Practitioners (often called Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists or CTRS after certification) design and implement activity-based interventions to support treatment goals, drawing on psychology principles, anatomy, program planning, and client assessment. It's distinct from clinical psychology or counseling but overlaps in mental health applications.

Laura Kelly does **not** have a law degree (J.D.) or any formal legal education. Her pre-political career included working as a recreation therapist, director of recreation therapy and physical education, and executive director of the Kansas Recreation and Park Association—roles aligned with her degrees in psychology and therapeutic recreation.

Your point about her lacking legal credentials appears accurate based on available records; she has no reported law school attendance or bar admission. The suggestion to "go back to her corner" is colorful political rhetoric, but her background is solidly in behavioral health, recreation, and public service rather than law. If this is about a specific debate or claim (e.g., on legal matters), her expertise lies elsewhere.

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