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Our Opinion: Don't close primaries Several state lawmakers are again pushing the bad idea of closing Missouri's primaries.We've never been in favor of changes that put up barriers to voting, and this would do just that. Published Jan. 17 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Keeping our Capitol secure Despite the possibility of armed protests in all 50 state capitals, we have enough faith in our state's residents and our law enforcement to feel safe in our statehouse. by News Tribune Published Jan. 14 2021 @ 8:00am

Our Opinion: The importance of mentoring Chances are you can recall someone who guided you in a formative stage of your life. Perhaps their advice, teaching, or encouragement influenced your career or other important aspects of your life. by News Tribune Published Jan. 12 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: To enact change, start locally It's typical of any election, but this election has divided our country more than any other in recent memory. by News Tribune Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 10:00am

Perspective: Beginning session on the right foot Greetings from the second floor of your Missouri Capitol. First of all, Happy New Year and wishing you all a very prosperous, safe and healthy 2021. by State Rep. Dave Griffith, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jan. 10 2021 @ 12:05am

Perspective: We will rebuild In my June 26 Bulletin, I wrote that our law enforcement officers "commit to a life where their own personal safety comes second to everyone around them. by U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer, R-Mo. Published Jan. 9 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Another session, another chance to fund state roads This year, we hope lawmakers can resolve to continue to work together to better-fund our state's roads and bridges. Published Jan. 9 2021 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Needed economic shot in the arm As we collectively wait for our shot in the arm to disarm this pandemic, many businesses — including local businesses — could use an economic shot in the arm. Starting today, many will be getting just that. by News Tribune Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 5:25am

Perspective: Legislature starts with about 40 new members A new year is here. Therefore, a new legislative session will be beginning. We have about 40 new members of the Legislature, and therefore we now have new personalities to deal with and new individuals with potentially different priorities from their predecessors. by State Rep. Rudy Veit, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Jan. 6 2021 @ 12:05am