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State Senator, District 14

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    John Bowman
    (Dem)

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    Shante Duncan
    (Dem)

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    Vernon Norman
    (Rep)

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    Joseph (Joe) Palm
    (Dem)

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    Raychel Proudie
    (Dem)

Biographical Information

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about and why?

What is your top priority for legislative action in 2027? Briefly discuss how you would address this priority.

Campaign Website http://bowmanformo.com
Campaign Email team@bowmanformo.com
Age 69
Public elected offices held Board of Aldermen, Northwoods, 1998-2000; state representative, District 70, 2001-2008; Northeast Ambulance and Fire Board, 2023-present
Highest post-secondary educ MBA, Fontbonne University
Occupation Electrician/robotics automation technician, retired
Economic investments in North County apprenticeship programs, union protections and workforce partnerships that prepare Missourians for the jobs of tomorrow. Funding public education, access to early child care and education. Parents should not face financial barriers to safe, reliable child care. Strengthening and protecting Medicaid and expanding mental health services.
Fighting for policies that bring good-paying jobs and long-term investments to North County and beyond. Smart growth opportunities for small businesses by creating business development hubs. Policies that make it attractive for young people to want to live in Missouri through affordable housing and high-paying jobs of the future.
Campaign Website http://shanteduncan.com
Campaign Email shante@shanteduncan.com
Age 44
Highest post-secondary educ B.A., University of Missouri-St Louis, communication
Occupation Realtor, business consultant
I am passionate about education, small business development, public safety and healthcare because these issues directly impact families every day. As a mother, entrepreneur and community advocate, I have seen how access to quality schools, economic opportunity, safe communities and affordable healthcare can transform lives.
My top legislative priority in 2027 is strengthening public education. Every child, regardless of their ZIP code, deserves access to a high-quality education. I will advocate for increased funding for public schools, greater support for teachers and resources that ensure students have the tools they need to succeed both in and outside the classroom.
Campaign Website http://normanformissouri.com
Age 35
Highest post-secondary educ MBA, University of Southern California
Occupation Real estate investor
I am passionate about education, economic growth and infrastructure. Strong education is the gateway to economic opportunity. St. Louis and its people are an underutilized economic powerhouse. I will work tirelessly to help our businesses grow and to attract new investment to the district and region. Infrastructure investments support economic growth.
As the son of lifelong educators, I know that public school districts are the heart of our communities. My top priority will be advocating for our students, teachers and parents in all legislative and budgetary discussions. I think all of our schools should be among the best in the state.
Campaign Website http://Palmformissouri.com
Campaign Email Joe@palmformissouri.com
Age 57
Highest post-secondary educ MPH, St. Louis University
Occupation Legislative assistant
I am passionate about improving access to healthcare and mental health services, reducing violence, strengthening education, supporting seniors and veterans, and expanding economic opportunities. Having served at the local, state and federal levels, I have seen firsthand how effective public policy can improve lives and strengthen communities.
My top priority is improving access to healthcare and mental health services. I would work to strengthen the health care workforce, support community-based care and reduce barriers that cause families to wait too long for medical, dental and behavioral health appointments. Healthy communities are essential to Missouri's future.
Campaign Website http://raychelproudie.com
Age 43
Public elected offices held State representative, District 73, 2018-present
Highest post-secondary educ M.A., Southern University and A&M College, mental health counseling
Occupation State representative
The public policy areas I am most passionate about are affordability, public safety, healthcare, education, state budgeting, economic development, environmental justice, and supporting seniors and people with disabilities. As a current legislator, teacher and school counselor, I have seen firsthand how strong policy can improve lives and expand opportunity.
The Missouri state budget. We have been warned our surplus could be exhausted by 2028. As the only St. Louis County member on the budget committee, I have seen how budget decisions affect public safety, education and services for seniors and people with disabilities. I will fight for honest budgeting, fiscal responsibility and protecting the investments we depend on.