Suzanne Couch, the co-chair of the West County Democrats opened the meeting and made a very specific request. As we come to the end of the year, the WCD board is interested in feedback from our members on the direction Read More …
Category: Governance
Sinking The Lifeboats
Imagine you own a great big cruise ship. People love to sail about the Caribbean eating too much, drinking too much and roasting in the tropical sun. Alas, a newer, even bigger cruise ships crosses your bow. Some of your Read More …
More Weak Numbers
Just do the least possible to get by as a state government. Then, cut taxes.
The Unknowable $2.27
Many years ago I worked with a variety of food pantry folk and other friends to urge the Missouri Legislature to create the Food Pantry Tax Credit. Like many of the state’s other “benevolent tax credits,” the pantry deduction from Read More …
Judging A Judge Candidate
In short, judges need to be above reproach. Yes, in a political environment they have to side with the Democrats or the Republicans. Still, is a judge with strong ties to special interest groups a good idea?
Kill The Legend
If you work all week shoveling manure, it’s probably a good idea to not wear those boots to church. Alas, a Missouri political “legend” insists on spreading more manure and taking us to his church. John Danforth entered the political Read More …