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Character: Samuel William Madison City/County: Jackson County (MO) - Independence, Kansas City Samuel Wesley Madison held a fundraiser with local business leaders, Republican officials and elected office holders, Missouri special interest groups, conservative activists, and prominent donors. Madison highlighted his support for police and safer communities and stricter law enforcement against violent crime. He discussed his wish to move Missouri away from income taxation. He talked about the dangers of big government (and even large corporations who might collude with the government) infringing on free speech and constitutional rights. He promised to protect Missourians’ Second Amendment rights during his time in office and to work to create a pro-growth business climate that took advantage of Missouri’s geographical and economic strengths. View full fundraiser

Tour Name: American Stories Artist: Aloysius "Mud" Devadander Abercrombie City/County: Philadelphia County (PA) - Philadelphia Song #1: Echoes of War Song #2: Thief in the Night Song #3: For God and Country View full gig

Tour Name: American Stories Artist: Aloysius "Mud" Devadander Abercrombie City/County: Cook County (IL) - Chicago Song #1: Thief in the Night Song #2: Echoes of War Song #3: For God and Country View full gig

Madam President, ((Assuming that is proper)) I applaud my colleague from (insert state equivalent but credit to @TexAgRepublican) for introducing this legislation. I have consistently supported increased police funding and support during my time in the Missouri General Assembly. I continue to feel strongly on this subject; crime is a terrible affliction our country suffers. Millions every year are harmed directly or indirectly; even those who aren’t murdered, robbed, raped, abducted, assaulted, or threatened nonetheless suffer due to the decisions and lack of opportunities they face because of the possibility that they will be. At the same time, we have pulled back on law enforcement. Police are lacking resources, facing hiring shortages, and struggling to keep their communities safe. Therefore, I call on every member of the General Assembly to enthusiastically support this bill. The safety of our people from brutal thugs and gang bosses is of paramount importance. As a Missourian, the crime situation out of our great cities, especially St. Louis, is a national embarrassment. It doesn’t just affect our own people, nor just the people of St. Louis. Just recently, we had the heartbreaking case of a young girl who traveled to St. Louis for a sports competition, and an out of control, criminal driver, who I believe was under the influence, had a past history, and should’ve been in prison, destroyed her life. It goes beyond St. Louis and its immediate communities. The crime problem exists all over our state, including in my hometown of Springfield. We must do more to combat it, and this is the first step. I yield.

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Tour Name: American Stories Artist: Aloysius "Mud" Devadander Abercrombie City/County: Jackson County (MO) - Independence, Kansas City Song #1: Thief in the Night Song #2: Echoes of War Song #3: For God and Country View full gig

Tour Name: American Stories Artist: Aloysius "Mud" Devadander Abercrombie City/County: Los Angeles County (CA) - Los Angeles Song #1: Echoes of War Song #2: For God and Country Song #3: Thief in the Night View full gig

Character: Samuel William Madison City/County: Greene County (MO) - Springfield Samuel William Madison held a fundraiser in his home county of Greene County, Missouri, inviting local and state business leaders, party officials, and conservative activists to the dinner. Aside from mingling with attendees, Madison also spoke to all attendees, giving a speech over microphone. He promised to continue fighting for conservative policies in the state of Missouri, including greater school choice, income tax cuts, tough-on-crime policies, and streamlined bureaucracy. Madison also promised to fight for Missouri values, pledging to oppose any new gun control laws, support efforts to ban Critical Race Theory from being taught in public schools, protect religious freedom, and uphold protections and conventions based on biological sex, not gender identity. View full fundraiser

Tour Name: American Stories Artist: Aloysius "Mud" Devadander Abercrombie City/County: Wayne County (MI) - Detroit Song #1: Echoes of War Song #2: Thief in the Night Song #3: For God and Country View full gig

Tour Name: American Stories Artist: Aloysius "Mud" Devadander Abercrombie City/County: Cuyahoga County (OH) - Cleveland, Parma Song #1: For God and Country Song #2: Echoes of War Song #3: Thief in the Night View full gig

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Title: Rogue Prosecutor Control Act State: Missouri The law the bill will change:: Prison Reform Effect of the change:: Lower Sponsor: Samuel William Madison A Bill To propose an amendment to the Missouri Constitution allowing for the suspension of municipal, county, and state prosecutors Proposed Amendment to the Missouri Constitution: Article: Executive Suspension and Removal of Prosecutors Section 1: Authority of the Governor The Governor of Missouri shall have the authority to suspend any prosecutor at the municipal, county, or state level for: - Dereliction of duty - Gross negligence - Corruption - Criminal activity This suspension shall be enacted by an Executive Order, which must specify the grounds for suspension based on credible evidence or legal proceedings. Section 2: Immediate Effect of Suspension Upon issuance of the Executive Order by the Governor, the suspension of the prosecutor shall take effect immediately. The suspended prosecutor shall be barred from performing any duties associated with their office until a final decision is made by the Missouri Senate. Section 3: Senate Review Within ninety (90) days from the date of the suspension, the Missouri Senate shall convene to review the suspension. The Senate shall hold hearings where the suspended prosecutor, the Governor, or their representatives, and any relevant witnesses or evidence can be presented. Section 4: Senate Vote Following the review, the Missouri Senate shall vote on whether to uphold the suspension. A simple majority vote (50% + 1 of the total votes cast) shall be required to uphold the suspension and remove the prosecutor from office for the remainder of their term. Section 5: Replacement If the Senate votes to uphold the suspension: - The Governor shall appoint an interim prosecutor to serve for the remainder of the term. - The Senate must confirm this appointment by a simple majority vote within thirty (30) days of the appointment. Section 6: Definitions - Dereliction of Duty: Willful or negligent failure to perform the duties of the office as required by law or by the standards of the profession. - Gross Negligence: A conscious and voluntary disregard of the need to use reasonable care, which is likely to cause foreseeable grave injury or harm to public interest. - Corruption: The misuse of public power for private gain, including but not limited to bribery, embezzlement, or any act of official misconduct for personal benefit. - Criminal Activity: Any act that constitutes a felony or misdemeanor under state or federal law. Section 7: Judicial Review Any decision by the Governor to suspend or by the Senate to uphold the suspension may be subject to judicial review in the Missouri Supreme Court for procedural compliance with this amendment. Section 8: Amendment and Ratification This amendment shall be placed on the ballot for approval by the voters of Missouri. If approved by a majority of voters, it shall become part of the Missouri Constitution. View full bill

Madam President, I stand against this program. Expansion of housing vouchers will not solve the problem of unaffordable housing. These are demand-side-targeted solutions, but what we need are solutions that aim to increase the supply. All this will do is stimulate demand further and continue the wild inflation in housing costs we are currently seeing. This is a short-sighted solution arrived at because it’s the easiest thing politicians can do to say they are solving the issue, but a truly effective solution requires more effort and care. This will only increase costs on taxpayers and consumers more broadly. Also, Madam President, I believe it is time to end debate. I yield. @TedderBear