A few weeks back NBC News reported that Missouri – alone among the 50 states – refused to let kids out of school for the summer receive free “Grab & Go” lunches paid for by the federal government. Governor Mike Read More …
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 …
Just do the least possible to get by as a state government. Then, cut taxes.
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 …
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?
Missouri’s 2022 Legislative Session Last month a major tornado visited Andover, Kansas. CNN showed video of the twister bearing down on the town’s city hall. People struggle to avoid tornadoes. Buildings? Well, all they just sit their awaiting their Read More …