(BOLIVAR, MO) – State Senator Mike Parson, a Republican who is running for Lieutenant Governor in 2016, has reported raising more than $272,000 between July and September, increasing the campaign’s overall cash on hand to just over $907,000. This continues a strong fundraising record for a campaign that has amassed 539 contributors since Parson first announced his intent to seek statewide office.
“I want to thank everyone who has so generously supported my campaign to be Missouri’s next Lieutenant Governor. It is truly humbling to know that I have the support of so many across our state. If elected, I pledge to do all that I can to be an effective voice for the people of Missouri,” said Mike Parson.
Senator Mike Parson, a former Sergeant in the U.S. Army, served as Polk County Sheriff for twelve years, served in the Missouri House of Representatives, and is currently working for Missourians in the State Senate. Senator Parson was the Senate leader in the effort to put the Right to Farm Constitutional Amendment before the voters, helping to protect Missouri agriculture. Senator Parson has consistently defended and worked to strengthen our Second Amendment rights, is 100% pro-life, and has a strong record of defending the right to life.
Senator Parson, a Missouri native and third-generation farmer, lives in Bolivar with his wife, Teresa, where they own and operate a cattle farm. They have two children and five grandchildren and are members of First Baptist Church of Bolivar.
