I think the taxpayers of Missouri would feel better served if the governor spent more time in Jefferson City, ... I think this is more true as the governor in general has become more powerful in the state.
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George Connor, associate professor of political science at Missouri State University, said the loss of office jobs in fairly prosperous suburbs of St. Louis and Kansas City might not resonate as much as the closure of one of the states major military bases. Given all the other issues, I cant see this gaining enough traction to make a difference, ... In a close election, maybe that will be the deciding factor, but it seems unlikely.George Connor
Historically, lobbyists have played an important role in drafting legislation, in twisting arms and so on. In general, citizens of Missouri should be concerned, should pay attention to the role of lobbyists in state government because they play a role.
George Connor
It's a lot of money. ... I think it shows that the party is serious about keeping the seat.
George Connor
The Republicans don't have to do much in terms of southern and southwest Missouri. It just matches the economic conservatism, the social conservatism, the moral conservatism. ... But statewide ... there's more of a danger as we see the impacts of these cuts in the state budget come across.
George Connor
It's gentle cajoling rather than arm twisting.
George Connor
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