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It started with a straightforward question: "What are you contributing to the community?" That's what my client, Pete Duffy, asked me back in 1986 while we were finalizing his estate planning documents.
I replied that I was building my legal practice and raising our two children with Brenda. That was fine, but not quite enough for Pete. He proposed I get involved with the American Red Cross. I told Pete I donated blood regularly and even earned my Red Cross merit badge as a Boy Scout. He connected me to Lori Winter and for the last 37 years, I have served on Red Cross boards or committees, locally, nationally, and internationally. Pete’s suggestion started my adult volunteer journey of community service that continues today. Additionally, since I started graduate school, I have donated 185 units of blood.
Recently, another friend asked: Why would I want to enter politics at this stage of my life? I responded with two names: Molly and Dylan, my two granddaughters. I am deeply concerned about the current downward trajectory of necessities including healthcare and education for Missouri children. Unfortunately, our state no longer resembles the environment in which Brenda and I raised our children, David and Natalie. We can – and we must - do better.
I am running to build a better Missouri for all including my grandchildren. My campaign will be a conversation about the future we all want.
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After all, the best way to create a better future is together.
Sincerely,
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