"We need to complete this unfinished business so we can tackle a new set of challenges in 2023."
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"In today’s environment of domestic and foreign unrest, it’s simply imperative that we see the Grain Belt Express project through."
"We believe biodiesel is a solution today and in the future."
Let’s be honest, Cora was a lot. She had more potential, as much just plain raw political talent as anyone around Missouri politics. She was oftentimes the smartest person in most of the rooms I was in with her.
"Costs for farmers’ basic inputs like fertilizer and seed have gone up as much as, or in some cases more than, gasoline."
If you're reading this over the top of your mask while sipping your Starbucks sitting in your Prius on some cul-de-sac in the suburbs, then you probably love this map.
"One of the contributing factors to Missouri’s troubling legal environment is the absurd amount of time plaintiffs have to file a personal injury claim."
"Unfortunately, Congress is currently considering legislation that would allow politicians to fix the prices of Medicare patients’ prescription medications."
The truth is, nothing in HB 1584 prohibits local governments, private business or property owners from paying for the installation, maintenance and operation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The state will be receiving millions of dollars to build out EV charging stations and HB 1584 in no way restricts the use of these funds.
Every industry experiences the loss of bright young stars who leave this world too soon. The causes might be natural or self-inflicted or accidental.
If Cora Faith Walker – God rest her beautiful soul – was the first young political death you’ve been close to, consider opening yourself up to the knowledge of those who have lived through this type of loss before.