Tag: Missouri District 4

  • Tariffs, Lost Contracts, and the Real Cost on Our Tables

    Missouri farmers are losing income, families are paying more for groceries, and local stores are getting left behind. Tariffs are hurting us all. It’s time we support local food, local jobs, and safer choices for our families.

    “Fresh vegetables at a local market, including red tomatoes, green cabbage, white onions, cucumbers, carrots, yellow squash, and zucchini, all neatly arranged in rows.”
  • Justice Hijacked: How the Supreme Court Is Fueling Trump’s Authoritarian Power Grab, and how it affects Missourians…

    The Supreme Court’s recent rulings have let President Trump cut Education Department staff, block challenges to his orders, and weaken key programs like special education. These shifts threaten our checks and balances and show why we need term limits for justices and elected leaders to protect democracy.

    Illustration of a stately brick building with white columns whose corner has crumbled into a pile of bricks; in front, a sign reads “CLOSED DUE TO FEDERAL FUNDING CUTS,” while four business-clad people carrying briefcases walk away under an overcast sky.
  • Ricky Dana: Standing Up for Rural Missouri: A Common Sense Rural Candidate

    An independent Common Sense Rural Democrat aims to serve Missouri’s 4th District by focusing on rural roads, schools, hospitals, and farms—putting people over party.

  • DOGE Cuts hit Social Security

    How Trump’s “DOGE” Cuts Are Hurting Missourians A recent MSNBC opinion highlights how the Trump administration’s “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) — previously led by Elon Musk — has slashed Social Security staffing, closed field offices and imposed new verification rules—sowing chaos at an agency that serves over 66 million Americans[1]. Under Commissioner Frank Bisignano,…

  • 🚨 ATTENTION MISSOURI! 🚨

    🚨 ATTENTION MISSOURI! 🚨 Recently, Congress rammed through the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — a sweeping tax-and-spending package that permanently locks in Trump’s 2017 tax cuts for the well-off while slashing critical supports for working families. The majority of our current Republican leaders in Washington — including Speaker Mike Johnson and Missouri’s GOP delegation…

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  • Missouri deserves leaders who answer to the people—not deep-pocketed special interests

    Missouri deserves leaders who answer to the people—not deep-pocketed special interests. When elected officials prioritize outside donors over their own constituents, they betray the trust placed in them. We need representatives in Washington who will govern with integrity, seek common ground, and stay focused on practical solutions that move our state forward. In 2026, let’s…

  • Celebrating Progress and Unity in Missouri and Beyond

    By Ricky Dana In a time when headlines can often feel overwhelming, it’s important to take a moment to recognize the positive developments happening right here in Missouri and across the country. From economic growth to community resilience, there’s plenty to celebrate—and even more reason to remain hopeful about the future. Missouri’s Economy Continues to…

  • Honoring the Fallen: A Memorial Day Tribute to Our Heroes

    Memorial Day is more than just the unofficial start of summer—it’s a sacred day of remembrance for the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice ensures the freedoms we cherish, and it’s our duty to honor their legacy with gratitude and respect. The True Meaning of Memorial…

  • Question everything…

    You must be willing to consider evidence that contradicts your beliefs and admit you may be wrong. Intelligence is not knowing everything, but being able to challenge everything you know. #questioneverything even yourself.

  • Finding Common Ground

    🌟 Finding Common Ground 🌟 No matter our differences, we all want safety, happiness, and a better future for those we love. Tonight, let’s focus on what unites us—kindness, respect, and hope. Together, we must build bridges, not walls. Wishing you peace, rest, and sweet dreams. Good night, friends. ❤️🌙💙 Unity #CommonGround #GoodVibes #GoodNight #DanaForCongress…