Democrat
Missi Hesketh
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Election history
Biography
Missi Hesketh is the Democratic candidate running for Missouri's 7th Congressional District in the 2024 election. Born in Illinois, Hesketh earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education from the University of Missouri - St. Louis and two graduate degrees from Drury University and Missouri State University. With over 20 years of experience as an educator, Hesketh brings a unique perspective to her campaign.
Hesketh's political priorities include opposing Project 2025, securing earmarks for rural communities in southwest Missouri, and promoting automatic voter registration. She supports mail-in ballots and absentee voting to increase accessibility. Hesketh advocates for a bipartisan approach to immigration reform and emphasizes the need for decorum and productivity in Congress.
