There are advantages and disadvantages to being the incumbent in a race. You have an increased name recognition which is obviously helpful during election season and also at the polls. People may already know your face and what you stand for.
On the flip side, though, you are expected to be able to defend your time in office and prove why you're still the right one for the job. This may not be easy for some but for Wes, we definitely see why he is proud to tell about his time in office.
When I met with him a few weeks ago, I was curious to know exactly what has been his proudest moment serving Northeast Missouri in Congress. As you all know, Wes started his time as political servant in 2000 in the House of Representatives and continued to the Senate in 2006. His proudest moments in office are not only positive contributions he made to this state, but they also show his dedication to the people and not to the system.
Listen to what Shoemyer has to say about what he's most proud of from his time in the House of Representatives:
Shoemyer is talking about HB 279, a bill that he sponsored within his first few months in office. The bill was signed by the governor only five months later. Like Shoemyer says, the bill increased newborn screening tests to require screening for additional potentially treatable disorders such as cystic fibrosis.
Shoemyer saw the need for this from members of the community. He truly listened to what the people needed and wanted and he made it happen.
So maybe this isn't the biggest concern for our state right now. We've got jobs to worry about and we're concerned with health care and education and the environment. But what this bill represents is what is so important to us here at A New View on Shoe. Senator Shoemyer listens to his district and comes through for the people in it.
What else could you ask for in an elected official?
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