Election Interviews

Guest: Steve Helms- Candidate for Greene County Commissioner

What are Steve's two hopes for his campaign and why does he think the government shouldn't be intrusive in people's lives?  How much does each residence pay per year for parks and what is the average for a park system?  What does Steve think has happened with the parks board?  
Length 18:21

Can I vote for Newt Gingrich in the Caucus since he is not listed as a Republican candidate in the Primary?
Length 2:28

Guest: Lynn Morris- Candidate for State Rep. 140^th

Why is Lynn Morris running for office and what is his background?  What does Lynn think about the education system and funding in Missouri?  What are his thoughts on the elimination of the state's income tax? 
Length 25:35

View a video of this interview with Lynn Morris

Guest: Matthew P. Block- Candidate for State Representative District 140

What is Matthew's background and what made him decide to run for office?  Did his perspective on state politics change when he started working in Eric Burlison's office in Jefferson City and why did he take the job?  What is dangerous about politics?  What type of government does he believe in?  What is one of the biggest dangers to Missouri?  Who is getting term limited out of this district and where does it cover?  Should we eliminate the state income tax in Missouri and what makes him nervous about some aspects of it?
Length 25:11

View an video of this interview with Matthew P. Block

Guest: Bill Randles- Candidate for Governor

Why do you need to be extra candid about yourself when you run for office?  What model should our state follow to grow jobs and our economy?  What does he think about House Speaker Tilly’s comments on legislation being a waste of time?  Why are people fatigued by politics as usual? 
Length 17:28

Guest: Elijah Haahr- Candidate for State Rep. 134^th

How long has Elijah been involved in politics and why did he decide to run for state representative?  Is there anything on the state level that he saw that made him nervous about the future of our state?  What are his thoughts on job growth?
Length 12:48

Guest Host: Darin Chappell
Guest: Mavis Busiek- Executive Director for the Republican Party of Missouri's 7^th Congressional District

How different is a county level caucus compared to a state level caucus?  How many delegates will be given to Greene County and how do we get the delegates?  What is a good thing to bring with you to the county caucus?  What is a slate and when will they be voted on and can you be disqualified off a slate?  Where does controversy come in to place during a caucus?  What is the time consuming thing in a caucus?  What will happen on the 7^th Congressional district and how many delegates will the 7^th get?  What is the dress code for the caucus? What is the difference between a true slate and a mixed slate?  How can you find out where your county caucus will be?  How can you contact someone to know where you caucus will be?  Who pays for the cost of the slates going to the National convention? 
Length 42:11

Guest: Bill Randels- Candidate for Governor

What event did Bill Randels speak at last night?  What are some of the biggest concerns Bill thinks citizens should have when it comes to Missouri politics?  What does he think about the petition to eliminate the income tax in Missouri?  What is the biggest jobs killer in Missouri?
Length 26:37

Guest: State Rep. Shane Schoeller

What does it mean to be Speaker pro-tem and what does Shane do in this position?  What does the Secretary of State do?  How long has Acorn been in Missouri? 
Length 21:10

Guest: Sarah Steelman- US Senate Candidate

Where is the state of the Republican Party?  How are people different in different areas of Missouri?  What does the Republican Party need?  Why is Sarah Steelman running for Senate?  Why does Sarah need your help?
Length 14:59