Secretary of State Denny Hoskins Highlights Investor Protection Tools During America Saves Week
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — As part of America Saves Week (April 8–12, 2025), Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins, CPA, and the Securities Division are reminding Missourians of the importance of intentional financial planning — and the tools available to help protect their savings and…
Why Fulfillment Theology Falls Short: A Debate Between Friends
A friend and I recently had a spirited discussion about two major theological perspectives: Fulfillment Theology and Dispensationalism. As we debated, one thing became clear—only one of these views truly aligns with Scripture, history, and logic. Fulfillment Theology argues that the Church has inherited all…
The Rise of Populist Conservatism in Missouri: A Challenge to the Republican Establishment
In Missouri, a battle for the soul of the conservative movement is playing out between grassroots populists and the entrenched Republican establishment. While the GOP dominates state politics, not all Republicans represent the values of the people who elected them. Many in leadership have prioritized…
Securing Our Elections: The Imperative for SAVE Act Reforms
In our great nation, the integrity of our electoral process stands as a pillar of democracy. As Missouri’s Secretary of State, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that outdated systems impose on election officials—challenges that can compromise our most sacred democratic practices. It is time…
The Case for Transparency: Why Missouri’s Sportsbook Rules Should Follow the Standard Rulemaking Process
Missouri’s proposed sportsbook regulations have sparked considerable debate and interest, particularly with claims that the state could generate up to $50 million annually for education from sportsbook revenue. These advertisements, promoting the benefits of legalized sports betting, have stirred excitement. Still, they’ve also raised important…
Local Schools Thrive, DESE Fails: Centralized Control Is Missouri’s Education Problem
In Missouri, local school districts like Brunswick R-II, Keytesville R-III, Northwestern R-I, and Salisbury R-IV are shining examples of what’s possible when educators focus on kids, not bureaucracy. Yet, the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is dragging them—and our students—down with its…
