Category Archives: Missouri

Missouri Legislator Allegedly Threatens To Kill Political Rival

Politics is a dirty game, especially in the primary race for a Missouri State Senate seat between fellow Republicans Brian Nieves, a state representative, and Richard Stratman, mayor of a local city. In the days prior to the election, an email circulated alleging that Nieves … Continue reading

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July 4th Fireworks Another Budget Casualty

Tough economic times in the United States lead to tough budget decisions, as many cities are finding out this year. And that means no fireworks for the day celebrating the nation’s independence. July Fourth will be quieter and less colorful … Continue reading

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Missouri Farmer Calls Democrats Parasites; Collects $1 Million In Federal Subsidies

Missouri Farmer David Jungerman painted a politically strident sign on a trailer and placed it alongside a highway on 6,800 acres that he owns. “Are you a Producer or Parasite Democrats – Party of the Parasites” That drew the anger … Continue reading

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Husband Challenges Wife For Missouri State House

This family argument has turned political. First term Missouri state Rep. Linda Fisher is a Democrat and seeking a second term in the state House. She is being challenged by Republican John Fisher, her husband. They are the only candidates … Continue reading

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Missouri State House Members Nearly Come To Blows

Isn’t it great to see elected officials involved in running this country behaving like schoolchildren? Missouri got one of those play yard experiences, but cooler heads kept two opposing lawmakers apart. This must be one of the reasons Missouri is … Continue reading

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Missouri School Board Okays Gay Penguins

Gay penguins are welcome in North Kansas City schools. So is the determination of the North Kansas City School Board that voted 3-2 to allow the presence of And Tango Makes Three. The children’s book is based on the true … Continue reading

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Missouri Republican Group Embraces Call For Revolution

This billboard recently popped up on I-70 in Missouri. The Lafayette County Republicans were so enamored with it that they posted it on their website. It will be interesting to see how long it lasts there. Of course, they emphasized … Continue reading

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Missouri Legislature Counters Neo-Nazi Adoption Of Highway By Renaming It For Jewish Leader

Last year, the National Socialist Movement, a neo-Nazi group, joined Missouri’s Adopt-A-Highway program. The Missouri Transportation Department did not have any legal recourse but to let the NSM take part as they meet all the legal requirements. That highway adoption … Continue reading

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Missouri Elects A Dead Candidate…Again

Apparently, Missouri voters prefer dead candidates. That doesn’t say much about the living ones. A month after he died, Harry Stonebraker was re-elected Mayor of Winfield, Missouri. Stonebraker didn’t just slip by in a narrow election win, either. He polled … Continue reading

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Missouri Law Enforcement Eyes Ron Paul and Bob Barr Supporters As Possible Terrorists

If you’re in Missouri, it might be better to take that old Ron Paul or Bob Barr bumper sticker off your car. A February 20 report to help Missouri law enforcement identify domestic terrorists has some alarming advice. The report is … Continue reading

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Missouri To Require Accountability On Political Robocalls

Have you been harassed by automated political phone calls? How about automated calls in general? Even though none of these calls are illegal, Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon has decided to use the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 to put some … Continue reading

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Missouri County Gives Out Wrong Ballots; Will Need To Redo Election

Missouri’s Cole County has a problem with Tuesday’s Republican primary. Poll workers at one of the precincts for Eastern District Commissioner forgot to cross reference the voters with the proper ballots. The voters were given ballots for the Western District … Continue reading

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Ex-Wife Wants To Make Campaign Fair; Contributes $200K Against Former Husband

The way Rebecca Nassikas figures it she has pumped close to half-a-million dollars into the Missouri Attorney General race. Her ex-husband, state Senator Chris Koster, lent his Attorney General campaign about $200,000. Nassikas believes that was possible because of the … Continue reading

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Missouri Passes Bill to Outlaw Chemical Abortions…Oops, Then Reverses Vote

Last year a bill legalizing midwifery passed the legislature and was signed by the Governor before someone realized it was not suppose to be in the bill. This year a bill that included a provision outlawing chemical abortions passed the … Continue reading

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