Trump’s Latest Indictment

The State of Georgia issued an indictment last night of Donald Trump and many of his inner circle for their efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. 

Does it matter? 

1 Big Thing: ESG “Woke” Investing? Or Smart Investing?

Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft has found himself embroiled in a lawsuit over his new rules dealing with ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) investments.

Analysis: TOU Rates Impact Largely Benign

According to a presentation before the Public Service Commission yesterday, Evergy’s new “time of use” rates would not bring the cataclysmic change in rate-payers’ bills that some opponents have imagined.  In fact, the vast majority would see rates stay largely the same or drop under the new system.

Jobes to Bean

Sen. Jason Bean will have a new Chief of Staff for next session. Bean has tapped Tucker Jobes who is extremely well liked and well respected in the building.

Rumorville: Bean for SOS?

Tipster says that although it has been long rumored that Sen. Jason Bean has his eyes on Senate leadership, he might instead jump into the 2024 fray.

Tyson Announces Closures

In a move which highlighted the economic fragility of rural communities dependent on multi-national companies, Tyson Foods announced two plant closings in Missouri. 

Follow-up on MOScout/Remington Poll: Labor IP Looks Good

Last weekend’s MOScout/Remington Research poll indicated that Missourians continue to favor progressive economic proposals. 

1. Shortest announcement ever for a leadership bid?

2. Overpaid professions.

3 – 4. Remote work…

5.  Self-selecting society?

6. Busch versus Kauffman.

Ashcroft Language Would Doom Pro-Choice IP

Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s ballot language in proposed pro-choice initiative petitions are coming before the Cole County Circuit Court next month.  If the ACLU is unsuccessful in their legal efforts to force a rewrite of Ashcroft’s language it will doom the IP to certain defeat at the ballot box.

There’s been some bluster in the GOP primary for governor and the pro-life community over the Missouri Right to Life endorsement, and Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe’s statement that he’s open to some changes in Missouri’s abortion laws.  But it’s interesting to note that the “Kehoe position,” isn’t really “moderate” within the Missouri Republican Party; it’s a relatively widespread stance.

1 Big Thing: The Coming IP Showdown

After the failure of the Missouri legislature to change the initiative petition process last session, the issue appears to one of the big battles brewing in 2024.

Latest Trump Indictment

Former President Donald Trump was indicted for his efforts to overturn the election he lost and remain in office. 

It presents a choice for ambitious Republicans.  They know Trump lost the election and that his promulgation of lies is dangerous for the country.  And yet, Trump is popular with the Republican base.

August First Part I…

Today is the first Tuesday in August.  That puts us about one year from the 2024 primary election day…

Thielemier Hangs Out Shingle

Brad Thielemier, having left the position as the Missouri Troopers’ chief lobbyist, appears to be hanging out a shingle.

Kehoe OK With Abortion Exceptions

Kansas City Star reports that Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe said he “would consider approving legislation brought forward by the General Assembly that contains exceptions for rape, incest, and life of the mother.”

1 Big Thing: O’Laughlin Vows PSC Legislation

Senate Floor Leader Cindy O’Laughlin said yesterday that she intended to pursue legislation aimed at the Public Service Commission.

Luetkemeyer Applies to Join Supremes

Yesterday the Appellate Judicial Commission released the names of those applying to fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court of Missouri. Several names will be familiar to folks around the capitol…

1 Big Thing: SinqueWatch

The next six months of the Republican statewide primary races will likely focus on fundraising.  And one question to answer is: Where will Rex be?

Koenig Announces

Sen. Andrew Koenig officially announced that he’s running for treasurer.

Riddle Questions MRL Endorsement Process

Former Sen. Jeanie Riddlesent a letter the leaders of the Missouri Right to Life PAC in an effort to let other supporters know of her disappointment “in what appears to be a flawed and very much ‘insider’ approach” to their endorsement process.