Patrick Ishmael, Author at Show-Me Institute

Patrick Ishmael is the director of government accountability at the Show-Me Institute. He is a native of Kansas City and graduate of Saint Louis University, where he earned honors degrees in finance and political science and a law degree with a business concentration. His writing has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Weekly Standard, and dozens of publications across the state and country. Ishmael is a regular contributor to Forbes and HotAir.com. His policy work predominantly focuses on tax, health care, and constitutional law issues. He is a member of the Missouri Bar.

Patrick Ishmael

State-Created Tax Map a Solid Tool for Oversight of Local Sales and Use Taxes

More than a Metaphor: The Kansas City Streetcar Nearly Goes Off the Rails

Get the Popcorn: City of Independence Mulls Lawsuit Over Jackson County Property Taxes

Tensions Simmer as Jackson County Property Taxes Explode

Kansas City’s Courtship of the Royals Is Getting Awkward

Show-Me Testifies Before Civil Rights Commission on Curriculum Transparency and CRT

Kansas City Leaders Need to Get a Handle on Crime Situation—Now

Legislature Might Look at Indy 500 Winner for Inspiration

Hunting and Fishing Fees May Be Going up in Missouri

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