Yesterday afternoon Bob Gough, on behalf of the Greater Kansas City Pachyderm Club, distributed an e-mail (below), soliciting an opponent in my upcoming reelection campaign.  Apparently Mr. Gough does not have a problem with my voting record, leadership skills or proven ability to get things done for Kansas City.  Instead, he is upset that in May of last year, I traveled to Iowa to marry my partner. 

 

At a time when Missouri is faced with staggering unemployment, a healthcare crisis and unprecedented budget shortfalls, Mr. Gough's sole concern with my leadership seems to be my family and the person I love.  While I spent hours this week fighting on the senate floor for a more efficient state government and healthcare for all Missourians, Mr. Gough was drafting an e-mail that resorts to the tiresome tactics of bigotry and fear.

I am proud of my record as the Senator of the 10th District of Missouri.  Since I took office in 2007 I have passed over two dozen pieces of legislation that have made a difference in the lives of the people of Kansas City and Grandview.  From sweeping foster care education reform, to job-creating economic development tools, I have proven I have the ability and experience to get things done in Jefferson City.   

I filed for reelection because I want to spend the next four years fighting for Kansas City and all Missourians.  I can't do it without you.  Help me stop this eleventh hour attempt to recruit an opponent.  Send a message to Mr. Gough and the KC Pachyderm Club that the politics of hate and fear do not work on the people of the 10th District.  You can do so by making a contribution to my campaign or visit my website to see how you can get involved.  Your contribution of $100, $250 or even $500 could make the difference in whether I have an opponent.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.  I will not let you down.

Jolie