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

By: Steph Quinn

Outlets: Missouri Independent

Published: October 9, 2026

Words: 2,063

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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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 year to restore proposed cuts to funding that helps people with disabilities stay in their homes and communities.

But the two state representatives are now …

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