That post title was probably too subtle . . . I was trying to be silly . . . Given that Missouri Democrats might be the most insignificant collection of super-minority politicos in the Midwest.
Sorry, we can't get too excited about the 2 House seats they in one of the most historically disappointing midterm elections in the nation's history.
Still . . .
We don't wanna be a party pooper . . .
Instead, let's check in on one of the highest ranking Kansas City politicos who has NEVER passed a single-bill and likely never will . . .
Democratic state Sen. Greg Razer, of Kansas City, is one of six openly-LGBTQ lawmakers in the Missouri legislature. He says these bills feel personal to him.
“These kids come to my office and I tell them I'm not their friend and I'm not their ally — I'm their family," he says.
According to the American Civil Liberties Union, Missouri has filed more bills that target the LGBTQ community in its 2023 legislative session than any other state.
Razer says the growing momentum behind these bills motivates him to push back even harder.
“I'm ready to stand up for these kids who are being attacked by adults that are in the legislature," he says. "And these adults, when asked, freely admit that they don't understand the issue.”
Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .
As Missouri lawmakers consider a slew of anti-LGBTQ bills, a Kansas City Democrat is fighting back
Nine anti-LGBTQ bills were introduced in Missouri General Assembly committees yesterday - the most heard in one day, public policy and advocacy organization PROMO says. Three of the bills aim to ban gender-affirming care for transgender kids. Another three propose banning transgender girls and women from playing on sports teams that align with their gender identity.
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