Joplin elections · State
State Representative, District 161
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Who is running
2 candidates on the ballot, from Missouri Secretary of State. Photos come from each candidate's own campaign site.
Thomas Ross
Republican
No stated positions found yet
Photo: Aaron Joseph Metzger campaign Aaron Joseph Metzger
Democratic
Metzger’s campaign describes him as a husband, father, and healthcare worker who has worked nights at a Joplin hospital for 13 years. He is running for Missouri State Representative, District 161.
Source: Aaron Joseph Metzger for Missouri House District 161
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Where the candidates stand
Every candidate for State Representative, District 161 on each issue any of them has spoken on, in their own words or a close paraphrase, with the source linked. Checked . We do not score, rank or recommend anyone.
Where do the State Representative, District 161 candidates in Joplin stand on health care and retirement?
No public statement found in our sources.
Aaron Joseph Metzger (Democratic)
He says healthcare should be accessible and affordable so people can see a doctor without going bankrupt. He also says he will work toward an economy in which District 161 families have money left after paying rent, groceries, childcare, and bills, and that he will respect voters’ decisions. (Aaron Joseph Metzger for Missouri House District 161)
Where do the State Representative, District 161 candidates in Joplin stand on elections and how government runs?
No public statement found in our sources.
Aaron Joseph Metzger (Democratic)
He says he is running to serve everyone in District 161 and respect Missourians’ decisions at the ballot box. (Aaron Joseph Metzger for Missouri House District 161)
Where do the State Representative, District 161 candidates in Joplin stand on taxes and spending?
No public statement found in our sources.
Aaron Joseph Metzger (Democratic)
He says he will work toward an economy where hard work leaves families with money after essentials such as rent, groceries, childcare, and bills. (Aaron Joseph Metzger for Missouri House District 161)
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State Representative, District 160Cheryle Perkins, Angela Thomas
State Representative, District 127Brenden J. Kelley, Marvin Manring, Racheal Martin- State Representative, District 128Christopher D. Warwick, Michael L. Martin, Shane Sawyer
U.S. House, Missouri District 7Eric W. Burlison, Missi Hesketh, Kevin Craig
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