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The role of Amendment No. 3 as applied to minors and sex changing
Shocking documentation of recently released records of sex-change surgeries performed on minors in various states should alert voters in Missouri that such is on the horizon if Amendment No. 3 … more
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Voters’ ‘moral flexibility’ helps them defend politicians’ misinformation
Many voters are willing to accept misinformation from political leaders – even when they know it’s factually inaccurate. According to our research, voters often recognize when their … more
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We can help bring civility back to politics by focusing on an overlooked tool: listening
Being civil seems like the bare minimum of what we owe each other, yet studies show that incivility is on the rise in our country. A 2019 Pew Research survey found that 68% of those surveyed … more
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Preserving the promise of public service loan forgiveness
Much has been written about the conservative crusade to stop President Biden’s student loan cancellation efforts, including Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s recent victory in the … more
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Stand for the Silent, an organization helping to stop bullying, is helping to make schools safer
Stand for the Silent, an organization helping to stop bullying, is helping to make schools safer OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., — Increasingly, people consider their child’s safety at school, … more
Federal wildlife officials propose listing butterfly as threatened in Kansas, Missouri
Federal wildlife officials on Aug. 5 proposed listing a large butterfly once prevalent in the grasslands of Kansas and Missouri as threatened. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced it … more
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Sedalia vs. Paris: a taste test
In case you missed it, athletes competing at the Olympic Games in Paris, France, are crying foul about the lack of meat-based protein options in the Olympic Village. “Disaster” is … more
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What Missouri’s vulnerable children need — and what they don’t
Two recent news stories aptly illustrate what Missouri children “at risk” of maltreatment need — and what they don’t. What they need is concrete help for their families, … more
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Democrats pull all-night filibuster of bill making it harder to amend Missouri Constitution
A Democratic filibuster of legislation making it harder for Missourians to amend the state constitution through citizen-led initiatives stretched through the night and into its 15th hour Tuesday … more
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Show-Me Strength: supporting mental wellness on Missouri farms during May
Agriculture is truly a remarkable industry, weaving together the rhythms of nature with the hard work and dedication of farmers, ranchers and their families. Amidst the idyllic landscapes and the … more
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CASA programs gather at capitol to engage, educate state legislators of program’s impact on children
Jefferson City — The Missouri Court Appointed Special Advocate Association (Missouri CASA) held “CASA at the Capitol Day” on April 15 at the Missouri Capitol building. A stated … more
Laci’s logic
Scott Peterson’s latest attempt to have his conviction for the 2002 double murder of his wife, Laci Peterson, and their unborn son, Conner, overturned have put those heinous crimes back in the … more
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The power of dreaming big
The Oxford Dictionary defines a dream as “a cherished aspiration, ambition, or ideal.” Six simple words, yet they hold the potential to ignite innovation, progress and personal … more
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Federal Tax hike a concern for farm families
Benjamin Franklin once said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” But for Missouri farmers, taxes are about to become a lot more uncertain. Barring action from … more
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Broadband availability challenge underway
Missourians have an incredible opportunity and responsibility to impact how broadband deployment funds will be distributed across our state. For the first time, Missourians can provide on-the-ground … more
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Restoring voting rights is step toward justice, public safety
A 2022 study by The Sentencing Project revealed that nearly 83,000 Missourians with felony convictions were barred from voting due to felony disenfranchisement. For Missourians with felony … more
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New scorecard rates nation’s grid managers on connecting renewables
Across the country, electric demand is growing and could explode if green goals like electrifying home heating, industry and transportation come to fruition. At the same time, many states, utilities … more
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Justice matters — reflections of Missouri’s Chief Justice
As we prepare for the New Year, we reflect back on the year ending and make hopeful plans for the one just beginning. Perhaps you are like me and make resolutions I may (or may not) manage to … more
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MOFB’s policy process is guided by tradition
We’ve closed the books on the 109th Missouri Farm Bureau annual meeting. As MOFB president, there’s nothing more invigorating than coming together with members to reconnect and set … more
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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
I look back on the year and hope I’ve done my part to make our state a better place to live, work, and play. I know most of you work hard every day for your families and for your community. … more
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