State of Missouri
Jim Bates, running for Missouri House District 38
Jim believes that Missouri should not label itself as red or blue, but rather as a unified community of people who want to work together to make their home a better place. Jim is a lifelong Missourian, a Kansas City Chiefs fan, and a first-generation college graduate who served in the U.S. Army Reserves and OK National Guard. He is a voice for his community members.
District 38 includes the city of Liberty and parts of Kansas City.
Leslie Derrington, running for Missouri State Representative, District 96
Leslie’s story is a deeply personal journey that intertwines her roles as a dedicated mother, a passionate healthcare advocate, and a resolute Missourian who’s determined to achieve quality public education, accessible healthcare, and an exceptional quality of life for all Missouri residents.