“Mr. Barklage maintains his innocence throughout this process.”
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Scott Faughn is the publisher of The Missouri Times, owner of the Clayton Times in Clayton, Mo; SEMO Times in Poplar Bluff, Mo.; and host of the only statewide political television show, This Week in Missouri Politics.
"A real-life example of the racist, transphobic rumor-mongering and shaming that people at the Post-Dispatch preach is so sinister and hurtful to do."
We continue our tipsheet series by looking at who might run to replace Congressman Jason Smith if he decided to get into the U.S. Senate race.
We continue our tipsheet series by taking a closer look at Missouri’s 4th congressional district, currently represented by Vicky Hartzler.
Welcome to the first tipsheet of what promises to be one of the most interesting off-year elections in recent memory.
"With the State of the State speech delivered, I reckoned that your ol’ hillbilly pal would sit down here at the farm and give you a few observations on the first few days of session."
"If you want a local mandate or mask order or 'can’t leave your house' order, then go talk to your county commissioners and try and get you one."
"The huge wins for Republicans on election night was as much a victory for the brand as anything."
Nov. 3, 2020 was an amazing night for Missouri Republicans. It's the kind of night that is about more than one candidate or one issue; it was the kind of night that speaks to the dominance of a brand.
In all walks of life, 2020 has been an unpredictable year, so if there was ever a year that could bring surprises, then this would be it, but here are some races of note.