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Maddie Sinclair Johnson

Nine Missourian candidates completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey since May 15

Below are a selection of responses from the candidates who filled out Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey since May 15, 2022. To read each candidate’s full responses, click their name at the bottom of the article.

Aaron Crossley is running for Missouri House of Representatives District 29 and the Democratic primary is on Aug. 2. Here’s how Crossley responded to the question “What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?”

“As a social worker, husband, and father raising children in Independence, I understand the struggles families in our community are facing. We need competent, accountable leadership in Jefferson City who will speak up for our families’ values and interests.”

Click here to read the rest of Crossley’s answers. 

Matthew Griese is running for Missouri House of Representatives District 108 and the Republican primary is on Aug. 2. Here’s how Griese responded to the question “Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?”

“I will fight to lower taxes. The income tax, Personal Property Tax, along with the Gas Tax. Giving parents the power back in their children’s education. Fighting to make sure your second amendment rights remain!”

Click here to read the rest of Griese’s answers. 

If you’re a Missouri candidate or incumbent, click here to take the survey. The survey contains over 30 questions, and you can choose the ones you feel will best represent your views to voters. If you complete the survey, a box with your answers will display on your Ballotpedia profile. Your responses will also populate the information that appears in our mobile app, My Vote Ballotpedia.

If you’re not running for office but you would like to know more about candidates in Missouri, share the link and urge them to take the survey!

Additional reading:

  • Aaron Crossley (D) – Missouri House of Representatives District 29
  • Robert Smith (L) – Missouri House of Representatives District 125
  • Raymond Reed (D) – U.S. House Missouri 2nd District
  • Jon Karlen (D) – U.S. House Missouri 3rd District
  • Matthew Griese (R) – Missouri House of Representatives District 108
  • Christopher Ray (R) – Missouri House of Representatives District 111
  • Don Houston (D) – Missouri House of Representatives District 68
  • Andrew Daly (D) – U.S. House Missouri 3rd Congressional District
  • Andrew Hurt (R) – Missouri House of Representatives District 125
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