The Great Communicator. Missouri is clearly a major battleground this year. Its races for president, U.S. Senate, and state governor are all competitive. These percentages demonstrate a marked shift favorable to the Democrats since their convention.
History says yes.
Missouri has tracked major U.S. demographic and employment trends for generations. Fabricated construction materials thrive in Springfield. Branson, also in the southwest, is among the nation's wealthiest tourism and resort areas. The state's employment mix includes leading telecommunications and chemical companies. In addition, Missouri's high-profile congressional delegation, from Rules Committee chair Richard Bolling to minority leader Dick Gephardt, brought home major federal employment centers, military and civilian.