https://www.politico.com/news/2023/09/17/education-democrats-school-choice-cardona-biden-00116385

“What’s going to happen if we don’t as a party embrace choice is that, as polling shows us, we’re going to lose voters to Republicans on this issue,” Elorza said. “We’re going to lose elections because of this issue. And policywise, we’re going to end up with their version of choice — which is private school choice.”

This article is from last year, but I feel like it is relevant, with Parson and the MO Legislature expanding the MO Scholars program to include 90% of MO households, effectively creating a voucher system.

I took a drug test for work and tested positive for THC (was not high at work). They fired me for testing positive and ignored all my questions about medical discrimination. Do they have the legal right to fire me? The employer is not a federal entity. Is it worth getting a lawyer? Missouri bill No. 2674 states that they cannot fire me for testing positive.

Good morning,

Someone in my family has recently begun collecting unemployment. When looking at that person’s money network card account, there are two separate payments of over $1600 each about ten days apart labeled “One-time contribution from State of Missouri UI.”

Are these mistakes? We’ve only used money from it that would be beneath the weekly amount they’d be getting, just in case.

The status of Missouri as a representative democracy is unclear as the Missouri senate battles over the right of citizens to vote to amend the constitution. The constant efforts of a particular party to take voting power away from its citizens is a final desperate attempt to maintain relevance in the ever evolving political landscape. This act should be seen as nothing more than a power grab that goes directly against the interests of the people of Missouri, shows just how disconnected our congressmen are from their constituents. This goes against the very principles of our nation and should be at the top of every citizen’s political radar. I encourage everyone to get out and vote for a candidate that represents your best interest and to pay attention to what our current “leaders “ are doing in Jeff City.

Hail Libertas!

From allthingsmissouri.org by the University of Missouri Extension

Check out the new r/Missouri chat. It is a tab called "chats” above the feed. Folks have been discussing the auroras, posting pictures of pets, and just saying good morning. Remember, no R4R, soliciting, or talk your mama wouldn’t approve of. All sub rules still apply. Have fun!

I’m considering moving from Ft Collins Colorado to St Louis Missouri. Biggest factors being cost of living and my health. High altitude is not doing well for me. I’m interested to hear locals opinions instead of what can be googled.

How are the schools? How inclusive is the area (lgbtqia)? How are heavily tattooed people looked at? How much is religion apart of life? How is Medicaid and food assistance? What’s healthcare like? How’s the outdoor activities? What’s the biggest pest problems?

I’m interested in anything you’d like to share!

Hi everyone,

This is kind of a niche question..

I am looking to get a 25+ year old Suzuki Carry (Kei trucks are imported Japanese trucks) (Arkansas title/tags) and register it in MO. I have seen a few trucks on the road, some with plates, some without. Does anyone here have one of these vehicles? All the legalese is saying these trucks are "utility vehicles" (which I think is kinda silly) and no one in government knows what to make of them. Any insight would be helpful. Thanks!!

Does anyone have any tips or recommendations on how to buy a cheap trailer? I have a McDonald’s job… I know please don’t be rude I need help. How can I get a loan for a 20,000-30,000$ home. I have no existing credit at all. I’ve never owed anything other than a cheap car, I don’t even have a credit card. What would your route be? I do plan on saving up but to save up to 20,000$ and up will be a very long time coming to ever getting my own home. Thanks in advance if you have any advice to a young adult looking to start their life.

i live in missouri and i was going 19 over and got pulled over i’m 17 do i actually have to go to court? can i just pay the fine and move on?

This is absolutely disgusting that a kid had to ask for donations for his classmates lunch. Missouri needs to do better for children in school. Our government demands that they be there for their indoctrina....I mean education, the least they could do is feed them

From Wikimedia Commons https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Amer0338_(19157544483).jpg

Looking at property in Texas county. Hoping to learn a little about the area, things like are there any private owned sawmills in the county, crime, hunting, farmers markets, home brew clubs. Any replies will be greatly appreciated! Thank you !

I counted about 90 dead armadillos on a 60 ish mile stretch on highway 13 north going from Springfield to Osceola. Have fun counting next time you drive (just drive safe of course)!