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State Representative, District 66

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    Theresa Hester
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    Laura Mitchell-Riley
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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://hesterformo66.com
Campaign Email thester@hesterformo66.com
Age 46
Public elected offices held Board of Aldermen, Bellefontaine Neighbors, Ward 1, 2022-present
Highest post-secondary educ B.A., Harris-Stowe State University, accounting
Occupation Chief operating officer
I am passionate about strengthening public education, supporting working families, expanding affordable housing, improving public safety and increasing access to health care. Having served my community for years, I've seen how these issues affect everyday families. I believe government should create opportunities, remove barriers and work for everyone.
My top priority is investing in working families by protecting public education, expanding economic opportunities and improving community safety. I will support policies that fully fund public schools, strengthen workforce development and increase affordable housing, and I will work across party lines to deliver practical solutions that improve everyday life.
Campaign Email laurariley@gmail.com
Age 76
Highest post-secondary educ M.A., Lindenwood University, professional counseling
Occupation Retired
The abortion issue, specifically Amendment 3, because it is murdering innocent human beings in barbaric ways. View Congressman Brandon Gill on YouTube regarding abortion. Senior citizens (including veterans), to me are not treated with the respect they are due. Many of them have paid it forward and have died before they reap the benefits of their harvest that they are due.
For the abortion issue, there is urgent Missouri life legislation that should be introduced to the people. There are other alternatives to abortion: birth control, abstinence and adoption. These alternatives are never discussed and should be. Women and men need to take responsibility for their actions. I want to help offer stronger legislation for seniors and veterans.
Age 70
Public elected offices held State representative, District 66, 2020-present
Highest post-secondary educ Some college
Incumbent? Yes
Stronger schools, stronger families and stronger communities. I have worked and lived in the community I serve for over 35 years. I knew back in 1999 when I ran for office for a local position on the school board, and was elected as the first African American for that position, it was me leading with a purpose, a passion and a vision for stronger communities.
I had about 25 legislative bills filed; this past session, four were third-read and passed in the House, and one made it to the governor's desk. My priorities and actions are to continue with my legislation that fights for education, families and seniors, as well as the economy, jobs and community safety.