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How a degree in Philosophy launched my career journey for the better
Hands down, I fully — 100% — endorse that every college bound young adult or adult consider a philosophy degree. Yes, I would have to admit that I was a bit skeptical (can you even imagine what my parents thought?!) about my job prospects as an 18 yr old in getting such a degree. But, what […]
Proud and Strong – We are LGBT
The health of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people is stronger today than in any point in our history. Today, we are able to express our love for one another in a ways that we were unable too. We have ensured that our community is accessing resources that they need in order to live […]
Breathe! SJR 39 is Defeated
The health of LGBT Missourians is stronger today than in any point in our history. In the wake of the defeat of SJR39, which would add LGBT discrimination into the state constitution by way of a public vote, LGBT Missourians are waking up to a new Missouri. The voices of so many business leaders, advocates, […]
For the health of all Missourians — Stop SJR 39
Tears began streaming down my face as I listened to leadership in the Missouri Senate abruptly end a record 37-hour filibuster of Senate Joint Resolution 39 (SJR39) more than three weeks ago. As I sat in my office chair, I recall my heart filling with dismay, my body with anxiety, and my mind thankful for […]
Working to Improve Health care Access for Missourians
In continuing my professional goal to help improve health care access for all Missourians, I’ve recently accepted a position with the Missouri Foundation for Health as a Health Policy Officer. This position will support the Missouri Foundation for Health’s policy portfolio, specifically with it’s expanding coverage mission, which aims to meet the goal of reaching less than […]