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Gwen Stewart's avatar

I am a retired OB nurse and women must have control of their healthcare, not some lame baptist minister. I am also a recovering baptist- some religious zealots are extremely dangerous

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Nancy Tracy's avatar

Thank you once again Jess for keeping us informed with the truth.

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Cathy Blair's avatar

I can’t thank you enough for how much you have opened my eyes about things I misunderstood (the plight of rural voters) and for your ongoing advocacy for all of MO.

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Chris Jones's avatar

I know it must be exhausting to do what you do, but keep punching.

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Jess Piper's avatar

You know exactly how it feels. Thank you, Chris.

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Lynda Phoenix's avatar

This guy has white sheet written all over him (or maybe straight jacket). The Superman shirt is a bit much! I don't think he knows he's really up against Super Woman. We need voices like yours...we really do.

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Gail Adams VA/FL's avatar

I’m traveling to Branson this month, somewhat kicking and screaming, but it’s for a good friend’s wedding. The local Rep is an abomination. Knowing the voters supported women, not Christian Nationalism, will help me cope. Glad I found your substack, thanks to Robert Hubble. You’re a rockstar.

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Lulu Manus's avatar

Republicans are fascists. Vote them out.

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Molly's avatar

Makes me hate to be from Missouri ... and knowing that people I care deeply for are getting tricked like this infuriates me no end! It's not just there that it happens, either. Here in AZ, city and state legislators are notorious for similar shenanigans.

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Brenda Ball's avatar

Ohio is in the same situation!

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Julie Opfer's avatar

Thank you, Jess. When all this gets too dark and overwhelming, I know I can turn to you for strength. Putting the truth into the open as you do is the greatest gift; but also, I’m sure, it makes you a target for these ignorant and cruel people. I know at times the weight of everything must feel too heavy to bear for you, too. Please know you are always appreciated, supported and held in our hearts. I hope that gives you strength to continue when you need it.

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Beverley Buston's avatar

Thank you for your courage, truth-speaking, and hard work.

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Eleni Angel's avatar

Poke the bear!!!!!

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James De Merit's avatar

Brian Seitz is not a doctor. When it comes to the women’s body he is a total ignoramous .

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maggie towne's avatar

I had a friend years ago in New Orleans that nearly died of an ectopic pregnancy. It’s real and that guy is an idiot. He’s a fucking asshole. He knows nothing…evil too.

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Richard L.'s avatar

If you want to imagine what the USA would like with built in gerrymandered so called Republican supermajorities, read Jess Piper and look at what they have done in Missouri. Keep up the good work, Jess!

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Elizabeth's avatar

Nothing says “watch your kids around this guy” like Superman regalia. And southern Baptist of course in Taney County…memories of my childhood. Thank you for sharing truth.

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Gina S Meyer's avatar

I met him when I was advocating for protecting the initiative petition in Jeff city. He invited me into his office. It’s covered in Superman stuff. Spread the word about this guy! Super-Dangerous!

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Deborah solleveld's avatar

Thank you for all you do for Missourians. I thank God every time I hear about this garbage that I live in California. But we can’t sleep either because what effects one state leaches into another.

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Jess Piper's avatar

Our red policies bled into the entire country

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Cecile Marie's avatar

Ten years ago my sister and her husband paid little attention to politics, including that of her state of Missouri. Just last week she told me about the abortion bill being put back up for a vote and I was shocked. She is well informed now, pays close attention to everything and sees through the lies. It does require the work you do of explaining how they are being tricked, without telling them they are stupid for being tricked. I know you are working hard and I just hope you feel some of the appreciation and love coming back to you. I am one who seriously appreciates your effort.

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