Summary
This post explains why rural Missouri voters in District 4 should elect Rural Missouri Native, Ricky Dana, a local who truly understands their needs, by highlighting shared roots, exposing incumbents’ neglect, and calling for authentic representation.
Our Shared Missouri Roots
I know what it’s like to walk dirt roads, tend fields, and live life in small towns—because it’s my life too. I was born in a rural hospital in Waverly, raised in Marshall, and rooted in District 4.
Years of Control, No Improvement
Net farm income in Missouri dropped to $3.66 billion in 2024, a 16 percent decline from 2023, even as costs remain high. Twelve rural hospitals have closed since 2014, and 43 percent of those left risk shutting their doors.
Missing Town Halls, Missing Answers
So far this year, Rep. Mark “Awful” Alford held only one in-person town hall—in Belton on June 16, 2025—where about 100 people attended. Most communities never got a chance to ask him direct questions about rural healthcare or farm supports.
Putting Party Over Farm Families
Last July, he voted 218–214 for Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax-and-spending bill, even though it cuts funding for rural health clinics and farm disaster relief you rely on.
Photo Ops Instead of Policy
He shows up for ribbon cuttings and cameras—but when it’s time to repair county roads or expand broadband, he’s nowhere to be found.
Time for Real Local Representation
I’m Ricky Dana. I live here year-round, work here every day, and understand our challenges because they’re my challenges too. You deserve a representative who shows up for more than a photo op.
Let’s Make Real Change Together
Elect a true rural Missourian. Elect Ricky Dana for Congress.
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