MISSOURI DEMOCRATIC INSIDER
Friday, February 2, 2024
Remembering an Icon: The Passing of Senator Jean Carnahan
Missourians and national political leaders across the aisle mourned the loss of Senator Jean Carnahan this week.
Senator Carnahan was a fierce and brilliant public servant who spent her lifetime dedicated to working for Missouri families. Jean was a trailblazer and served as a champion to children, education, and our military personnel in the US Senate and at home. Missouri is a better state because of Jean’s compassionate service, and her legacy will be felt by Missourians for generations to come.
A public memorial service be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, February 10, at The Sheldon Concert Hall, 3648 Washington Avenue in St. Louis. More details on the memorial program will be announced in coming days.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the Carnahan Policy Institute, which sponsors the Mel Carnahan Public Service Award and Scholarship, helping students and recognizing individuals who have improved the lives of Missourians through a commitment to education, law or public service. Donations can be made online at https://carnahanaward.org/donate/
This Week in Review
Ballot Request Period Now Open to Participate in MDP’s Party-Run Presidential Primary
Support the MDP’s efforts to organize around the presidential primary and kick the 2024 election cycle off strong!
Bad Week for Dean Plocher, Voting Rights, and Getting a Full Night’s Sleep:
Missouri Independent: Embattled Missouri House Speaker Dean Plocher dismisses another top staffer
Kansas City Star: Missouri Speaker Dean Plocher sought exemptions from House policies on travel expenses
St. Louis Public Radio: Weekslong deadlock in Missouri Senate ends as lawmakers advance bill curbing voter power
Associated Press: Missouri Senate Republicans filibuster in hopes of making it harder for voters to amend constitution
Fox2: Senate Republicans push to make it harder for voters to change Missouri’s constitution
KMIZ: Voter rights group opposes initiative petition reform supported by Missouri Republicans
KFVS: Missouri Republicans push legislation to curb citizens’ petition power
Missouri Independent: Deal on initiative changes, Parson appointees ends overnight Missouri Senate filibuster
LISTEN: GOP Gov Candidate Bill Eigel Pledges to Filibuster EVERYDAY Until He Gets His Way
Eigel Fillibuster Every Day- Short
Black History Month Spotlight:
Trailblazer State Representative Jamie Johnson, Minority Caucus Policy Chair, MOHD 12
In 2022, Jamie Johnson achieved a groundbreaking feat by becoming the first African American elected to represent Platte County in the Missouri Legislature. Joining this community from New Orleans as a Hurricane Katrina evacuee 17 years prior, Jamie found solace in the embrace of the Northland community, who wholeheartedly supported her family in building a brand-new life in the state of Missouri.
Jamie’s dedication to serving others stems from her formative years, growing up in a military household that instilled the values of selflessness and duty. With her father and 11 other family members having proudly served in the military, Jamie carries their legacy with an immense sense of pride and gratitude.
In addition to her groundbreaking political achievements and her unwavering commitment to public service, Jamie is also deeply fulfilled by the roles she plays in her personal life. Being a mother to three amazing children brings her an abundance of joy and fulfillment. An avid reader, Jamie finds solace and inspiration within the pages of countless books. She also enjoys the time spent bonding with friends during delightful brunch outings.
Admired for her indomitable spirit, welcoming presence, and innate ability to connect with others, Jamie Johnson is a shining example of a multifaceted individual whose life is fueled by both her remarkable professional achievements and her cherished personal experiences.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
February 24-25, 2024: SIGN UP FOR CAMP CARNAHAN
Missourians who want to run for office or work on Democratic candidate or issue campaigns are invited to sign up for an in-depth training program to equip participants with the skills necessary to win elections. A relaunch of the successful program that has trained over 800 political staff and candidates, Camp Carnahan will be held February 24 & 25, 2024 in Jefferson City, Missouri.
The cost to attend Camp Carnahan is $35 or $25 for students/ seniors and includes membership with the Missouri Democratic Party. Camp Carnahan will provide meals, a workbook pdf sent to each camper, interactions with Democratic elected officials, and an invitation to join our job bank. Trainings will be led by some of Missouri’s most talented campaign professionals and participants may have opportunities to meet and train with prominent national campaigners and political professionals.
What is Camp Carnahan?
Camp Carnahan was started in 1997 by Governor Mel Carnahan and has grown into an important component of the Missouri Democratic Party infrastructure that has successfully trained over 800 campaign professionals across the state. Camp Carnahan will offer participants 3 different learning tracks, each to include lectures and simulations led by campaign professionals from across the country. Participants will be divided into these tracks and then teams, and will compete against each other in a hands-on campaign exercise. The winning teams will be awarded prizes at the end of the day on Sunday.
Tracks include:
Track 1: How to be a Better Candidate
Track 2: Introduction to Campaign Management for Future Paid Professionals
Track 3: Issue Advocacy and Organizing
Feb. 3rd: NWPC-STL Training Institute
RSVP By Monday, January 29, 2024
Feb 6th: We’re joining Missourians for Constitutional Freedom to end the cruel abortion ban in Missouri. It’s time we empower families and doctors, not extremist
politicians, to decide reproductive rights. Register now and be a part of history in
the making: http://www.mobilize.us/mfcf/ #EndTheBanMO
Feb 9th: Greene County Democrats Annual Chili Supper
Feb 13th: Boone County Democrats Annual Chili Supper