Missouri
Welcome to the Missouri state page! Here, Missouri organizers can access and document ongoing projects, current leadership positions, upcoming races, and other important information. This list is non-exhaustive, and state teams are encouraged to expand and adapt these pages to their organizing needs.
Political Landscape of Missouri
Partisan Composition of Missouri
Overall, Missouri is considered a red state, with a Cook PVI of R+10 as of 2022, regularly voting 55-60% Republican in statewide races. Their governor, both US Senators, and 6 of their 8 US House seats are held by Republicans. Republicans also hold majorities in their state house (111-51) and state senate (24-10), giving Republicans a trifecta (as of 2/10/24).
Progressive Outlook for Missouri
The overall progressive strategy for Missouri is troubled. The main focus for progressives here should be on harm reduction, blunting the Republican legislature via citizen-led ballot initiatives and making sure progressives occupy blue seats in the US House while waiting for federal help. As Missouri is an open primary state, it is suggested to take a Republican primary ballot and vote for moderate Republicans in the primary to further reduce harm.
Get Involved
Register to Vote in Missouri
Progressive Organizations in Missouri
Below is a list of progressive organizations in Missouri. If you see a state organization that isn't on this list, please add it.
- Progress MO: Largest progressive organization in Missouri, worth looking into for progressive organizing efforts.
- Missouri Democrats: As Missouri is a red state, the state's Democratic party is likely your best avenue for progressive/liberal organizing.
Notable Campaigns in 2024
Below is a list of progressive candidates or ballot measures in the 2024 election cycle for Missouri. Non-progressive candidates may also be placed here if they are substantially to the left of their district's partisan lean and worth campaigning for. If you see a candidate or ballot measure that should be on this list, please add them.
November 5th General Election
There are currently no known swing races in November for Missouri. If you know of any, please add them.
Run for Local Office
An underrated way to impact change is to run for a local position! Please feel free to add information on doing so below.