Missouri State House District 17

Current seat holder: Bill Allen (R).

Bill Allen

Biography Representative Bill Allen grew up in Kansas City, Kansas, in a single-parent household below the poverty line. At 16, he was sent to a children's home in Arkansas. That experience never left him, and it shapes every vote he takes.

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“Leadership experience from working my way up.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)
“I want to leave Missouri District 17 better than I found it. From where we are now, that means lower inflation, lower gas prices, more education opportunities, and politicians that care about this District - not just running for office for the sake of it.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)

Susan Hoisington

Susan Hoisington Susan Hoisington earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Houston in 1995, a master's degree in educational administration from Sam Houston State University in 2005, and a doctorate in educational leadership from Sam Houston State University in 2016.

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“I am passionate about supporting public education because it provides every child with the opportunity to learn, grow, and reach their full potential regardless of their background or income. Strong public schools help create informed citizens, strengthen communities, and open doors to future opportunities.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)
“By investing in public education, we can help ensure that all students have access to quality educators, resources, and learning environments that prepare them for success in life.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection)