Mike Kehoe, Missouri’s lieutenant governor, is running for governor in the upcoming primary election. His campaign style focuses on collaboration and working with people, rather than divisive politics. Kehoe, who has a strong lead in recent polls, emphasizes his conservative values and track record of getting things done. He has ambitious plans for crime prevention, focusing on improving law enforcement pay and working with local leaders to tackle violent crime. Kehoe also aims to eliminate Missouri’s income tax to boost economic development, despite concerns about the impact on the state’s revenue. However, his past vote to lift Missouri’s ban on foreign ownership of agricultural land, which allowed a Chinese company to acquire Smithfield Foods, has raised questions about his stance on foreign ownership. Kehoe has since changed his position and now supports reinstating the ban. His campaign has faced criticism, including scrutiny over his campaign bus being owned by Smithfield’s lobbyist. Despite these challenges, Kehoe remains optimistic about his vision for the future of Missouri if he becomes governor, emphasizing the importance of safe communities and economic growth.
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Kehoe claims to be the sole candidate focused on governing
