By Phill Brooks
There are four Missourians who helped develop the systems that provide you with accurate and prompt election night returns. To understand this column, you need to realize that the results reported on election night are neither official nor complete.
Editorials
Further reflections on Gov. Mel Carnahan's death
By Phill Brooks
The recent thoughts written by others about the tragic death of Gov. Mel Carnahan two decades ago have prompted me to add some personal details. There was something about Carnahan that touched all of us who covered the statehouse during his time in the Capitol.
Tariffs tank jobs
By Rik W. Hafer
One of President Trump’s campaign pledges in 2016 was to correct “unfair” trade relations with other countries, especially China. He vowed to restore trade equality and in doing so restore jobs to America. How has that worked out?
Better angels of our nature
By Phill Brooks
Before proceeding with this column, I want you to think about what you've read, seen or heard from the candidates running for state office during this campaign season.
Like it or not, it is time for action
By Rik Hafer
Whoever wins the upcoming presidential election, whichever party takes control of the House and Senate, our elected officials will face a formidable task. Obviously they will face the immediate social and economic effects of the ongoing pandemic. They also will confront an economic outlook that requires enacting policies that go beyond currying votes for the next election.