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After very eventful first half, Sen. Sifton previews rest of 2018 session Mar 26, 2018

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On the latest edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome back Sen. Scott Sifton to the program.

The Affton Democrat (who is now tied with state Treasurer Eric Schmitt for most appearances on the show with five) represents parts of south and central St. Louis County in the Missouri Senate.

As Greitens court back-and-forth continues, Republicans are feeling political pressure Mar 23, 2018

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On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Rachel Lippmann round up this week’s legal and political news surrounding Missouri Gov. Eric Greitens.

This week’s episode zeroes in on how Greitens’ political plight is weighing on other political figures — including Attorney General Josh Hawley.

Tony Monetti on why he’s the best Republican to take on McCaskill Mar 21, 2018

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On the latest edition of Politically Speaking, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tony Monetti to the program.

Monetti is one of 20 people that have signed up to run for the seat that U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill currently holds. Ten Republicans, including Attorney General Josh Hawley, have filed thus far.

As Greitens awaits trial, his friends and foes seek to alter public opinion Mar 16, 2018

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This week’s episodes focuses on how the governor’s allies and adversaries are trying to alter public opinion in the run up to his felony invasion of privacy trial on May 14.

Austin Petersen on standing out in an increasingly crowded U.S. Senate field Mar 12, 2018

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On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies welcome Republican U.S. Senate candidate Austin Petersen to the program.

Petersen is one of nine Republicans vying for the U.S. Senate in Missouri, a field that includes Attorney General Josh Hawley. The winner of that GOP primary will almost certainly square off against U.S. Sen. Claire McCaskill, a Democrat seeking a third term in office.

Breaking down the legal, legislative and political developments in the Greitens saga Mar 09, 2018

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As Gov. Eric Greitens’ legal and political future continues to dominate the headlines, Politically Speaking is launching a standalone show detailing the developments in the Missouri chief executive’s saga.

St. Louis Public Radio’s political reporters will discuss what’s going on in court, the Missouri General Assembly and the electoral arena with the governor’s case. We’ll also answer your questions about the situation.

This week, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Rachel Lippmann are taking a look at:

How prominent attorneys are joining up with Greitens’ legal team — and Circuit Attorney Kim Gardner’s office.
Why some lawmakers are not happy that a House Committee looking into the Greitens indictment are keeping the meetings closed to the public.
Whether Greitens’ legal woes will affect the 2018 election cycle — especially when it comes to a nationally-watched U.S. Senate contest.

Sen. Schupp on Greitens' indictment: "It appears that the Senate is walking on eggshells a bit." Mar 06, 2018

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On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio's Jo Mannies and Marshall Griffin welcome back Sen. Jill Schupp to the program.

The Creve Coeur Democrat represents the 24th Senatorial District, which takes in portions of St. Louis County. She was elected to her post in 2014 and will be up for re-election later this fall.

This show was recorded on February 28, 2018, a few days after Gov. Eric Greitens was indicted on felony invasion of privacy charges.

Congresswoman Wagner on her legislative push against sex trafficking — and her re-election bid Mar 02, 2018

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On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio's Jo Mannies welcomes back Congresswoman Ann Wagner to the program.

The Ballwin Republican represents Missouri's Second Congressional District, which takes in parts of St. Louis, St. Charles and Jefferson Counties. She recently filed for another term for the seat.

Sen. Hegeman on curbing tax credits and the Senate’s relationship with Greitens Feb 19, 2018

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On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum and Jo Mannies are pleased to welcome Sen. Dan Hegeman to the program for the first time.

The Cosby Republican represents most of northwest Missouri in the Missouri Senate. The 12th Senatorial District has the largest geographic area of any House or Senate seat.

Alderwoman-elect Rice reflects on her big win — and her priorities for the 8th Ward Feb 14, 2018

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On the latest edition of the Politically Speaking podcast, St. Louis Public Radio’s Jason Rosenbaum, Jo Mannies and Rachel Lippmann welcome Alderwoman-elect Annie Rice to the show.

Rice defeated 8th Ward Democratic Committeeman Paul Fehler on Tuesday to represent the 8th Ward in the St. Louis Board of Aldermen. The 8th Ward takes in the Shaw, Southwest Garden, Tower Grove South and Tower Grove East neighborhoods.

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