Rogue Politics
Do you feel that something isn't right with our State government? Are you frustrated by special interest groups getting what they want while our legislature ignores your voice? The voice of Missourians? We are! That's why we've gone politically rogue. We're doing what nobody else does by untangling the web of money and schemes that make up the fabric of "politics as usual" in Missouri.
Episodes
January 29, 2024 • 38 mins
Welcome to Season 2! What's going on with our Missouri Senate? We discuss the need for IP Reform and the money behind putting abortion on the ballot. How Missouri Senate Leadership has failed us and our support for the Missouri Freedom Caucus!
Check out the video we made that shows why Sen. O'Laughlin needs to resign from leadership! https://youtu.be/1ST5ejakKFE?si=HlieZz2aIz5lexob
Check out the video we made that shows why Sen. O'Laughlin needs to resign from leadership! https://youtu.be/1ST5ejakKFE?si=HlieZz2aIz5lexob
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We chat with Sen. Denny Hoskins, candidate for MO SOS, about his campaign and his pre-filed bills. We also share how we found the $1.7BIL in the MO State Budget needed to eliminate Personal Property Taxes!
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October 25, 2023 • 60 mins
In this episode, we're joined by Missouri Gubernatorial Candidate, Sen. Bill Eigel. We discuss Rep. Dean Plocher's latest troubles, the state of Missouri politics, and changes that need to be made. Check out our latest "Lobbyist Spotlight." And we take a peek at the October Quarterlies for the MO Gubernatorial races. Tune in!
Our website: Rogue Politics – Missouri Freedom Initiative (mofree.org)
Call & email each committee member...
Our website: Rogue Politics – Missouri Freedom Initiative (mofree.org)
Call & email each committee member...
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October 11, 2023 • 42 mins
In this episode, we share some results from our recent Sunshine Request regarding Fireside and FiscalNote. There's new, shocking information! Rex Sinquefield is pouring money into Statewide elections. Who's he buying? And, we summarize our Sunshine Request experience in a short story. Enjoy!
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September 28, 2023 • 35 mins
In this episode we give an update on Fireside software. Hint: it’s baaaack. The revival of ‘You Might be a Criminal If…” (Jefferson City edition!), and we try to figure out where our alleged “dark liberal money” went.
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September 20, 2023 • 45 mins
Money. Power. Deception. In this episode, we take another look at IP Reform and the importance of Concurrent Majority Ratification. Who's trying to stop IP Reform and why? Who's pocketing the money? What can you do about it?
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September 11, 2023 • 29 mins
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we were unable to record our planned episode. Instead, Kirby Lane interviewed with Missouri Freedom Initiative's Pat Holland in order to get this information out in time. Please listen to this interview and take the steps necessary to stop this from happening.
🚨🚨🚨 CALL TO ACTION 🚨🚨🚨
Please contact ALL HOUSE REPS in the Administration and Accounts Committee AS WELL AS your own Rep and Senator IM...
🚨🚨🚨 CALL TO ACTION 🚨🚨🚨
Please contact ALL HOUSE REPS in the Administration and Accounts Committee AS WELL AS your own Rep and Senator IM...
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August 27, 2023 • 38 mins
Senator Rick Brattin joins us for this episode to further discuss the KC Landfill. Learn more about what went on behind the scenes, why his bill was filibustered, and what you can learn from this as a Missouri citizen! Tune in!
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August 14, 2023 • 50 mins
In this episode, we get in to the nitty gritty of what transpired with Senator Brattin’s bill that would have protected his constituents from a landfill in a residential area. We discuss how lobbyists controlled the vote and which senators stood up and which stayed seated.
Listen to Senator Brattin's fillibuster:https://media.senate.mo.gov/DebateArchive/2023/050423/050423I.mp3
View the lobbyists paid by KC Recycle and Waste Solutions...
Listen to Senator Brattin's fillibuster:https://media.senate.mo.gov/DebateArchive/2023/050423/050423I.mp3
View the lobbyists paid by KC Recycle and Waste Solutions...
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July 24, 2023 • 64 mins
In this episode, we dig into the Missouri Budget to see what's lurking in the Department of Economic Development Appropriations Bill. We compare the July MEC Quarterly Reports for the MO Gubernatorial Race. And "You Might Be a Criminal If..." is back! City of Bowling Green, we're looking at you! Tune in and share!
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July 17, 2023 • 28 mins
What the FLOCK St. Charles County?!! In this episode, we dig into St. Charles County's surveillance system, including the new ALPRs that are going to be added to the current network. We had a great time walking in the Lincoln County Fair Parade for Sen. Bill Eigel and Sen. Denny Hoskins! Due to technical difficulties, we aren't able to air our deep dive into the Economic Development of the Missouri Budget, so stay tuned for that. I...
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July 7, 2023 • 65 mins
Planning and Zoning in Lincoln County? In this episode, we discuss why some people are pushing to get Planning and Zoning on the ballot and why we disagree with it. We also peek into the Missouri Budget and examine some of Governor Parson's line item vetoes. Also, the latest edition of "You Might Be a Criminal If..." City of Wright City, MO. Tune in!
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June 30, 2023 • 67 mins
In this episode we discuss all things DEIB. What it is, its Marxist roots, and why anti-DEIB language failed to get past Republican Senate Leadership and their loyalists. We have another edition of "You Might Be a Criminal If..." Wentzville, Missouri edition! Tune in!
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June 23, 2023 • 64 mins
In this episode we follow the money through the end of session madness, and why Missouri voters lost out on a cut in personal property taxes to a fight about sports betting. We discuss how to use the MEC website to dig into lobbyists (who the heck is Steve Tilley?), and why is video gaming such a hot ticket item in Missouri politics. Be sure to watch our YouTube video or follow along at mec.mo.gov
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May 28, 2023 • 59 mins
Do you want to know who's funding your elected officials? In this episode, we teach you how to investigate Candidate Campaign finances using the Missouri Ethics Commission website. You'll learn how to dig into candidate contributions and expenditures so you can follow the money! We've also got a new segment of You Might Be A Criminal If...City of Winfield, MO edition! Tune in!
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May 17, 2023 • 54 mins
In this episode, we delve into what happened to Missouri's Gold and Silver bill (SB100), the WEF agenda here at home, and how the Missouri House Leadership gave the finger to the grassroots. Also, another round of "You Might Be a Criminal If..." Hawk Point, MO edition!
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May 3, 2023 • 49 mins
It's nearing the end of the Missouri Legislative Session and the Legislators are PORKING the bills!! Learn what that means and why it's bad. We've got another segment of "You Might Be A Criminal If..." City of Moscow Mills, MO edition! Finally, we pull on the money thread behind Missouri's atrocious Initiative Petition (IP) Reform bill. Where does it lead?
Show note links:
Evaluation of SS3-HCS-HJR 43 (IP Reform)
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Show note links:
Evaluation of SS3-HCS-HJR 43 (IP Reform)
Call your Rep and Se...
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April 28, 2023 • 44 mins
In this episode, we dig into the Missouri State Budget, as recently passed by the State Senate. What's a "Meat Laboratory?" and why are we paying for it? Also a round of "You Might Be A Criminal...", City of Troy, MO edition. And we touch the tip of the iceberg of politicans' PACs and why they have them. Tune in!
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April 20, 2023 • 38 mins
We're just a couple of gals who've gone politically rogue to untangle the web of money and schemes that make up the fabric of "politics as usual" in Missouri. In this episode, we deep dive into Lincoln County's budget and the money behind "Prop P", which failed by a slim margin. Do our County and our Sheriff's department REALLY need to steal more of our money?
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