Melanie Stinnett and Betsy Fogle square off in competitive Missouri Senate race in Springfield

States Newsroom · October 9, 2026

SPRINGFIELD — Melanie Stinnett and Betsy Fogle have more in common than their political affiliations might suggest. Both came to politics after careers helping Missourians navigate a complicated healthcare system. Both have made improving access to services for people with disabilities a priority. And both worked this…

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