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

“The Kansas City Royals of North Kansas City”?

Initiative Petition Reform Clears Senate Hurdle. Great! Now Stop Wasting Time

Optimism and Concern on the Future of Parents’ Bill of Rights Legislation

DEI-blocking Bills and Amendments Rain Down in “Loyalty Oath” Aftermath

Legislature Must Remove the “Compact Exception” to License Reciprocity

University of Missouri System Walks Back “Loyalty Oaths” in Job Listings

Tax Cut and Reform Package Passes the House

“Loyalty Oaths” in University Employment Should Be a Non-starter

A (Tweaked) Clean Slate Bill Offers an Important Opportunity for Criminal Justice Reform

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