A Panel on Improving Missouri's Schools In 2013, Mississippi was ranked 49th in the country in fourth grade reading performance, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). By 2024, it ranked 9th in the country. During the same period, Missouri ranked 27th in 2013 and fell to 38th. These contrasting trends raise […]
Join the Show-Me Institute's experts for an evening of lively conversation as we discuss two timely issues. The Kansas City Streetcar – The Kansas City Streetcar came in 55% over budget and three years late, yet local media reported it as on time and under budget. The Show-Me Institute took a closer look at the […]
Join us for a deep dive into three critical challenges facing Missouri today. CEO Brenda Talent will be joined by Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy Elias Tsapelas, Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes, and Senior Policy Analyst Avery Frank for an examination of the issues and policies that could impact Missouri's future: Missouri's […]
What’s Next for Missouri? Amendment 5 and the Debate Around Data Centers Join us for a timely conversation on the outcome of Missouri’s August 4 vote on Amendment 5 and the growing debate over data center development across the state. Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy Elias Tsapelas, Director of Municipal Policy David Stokes, […]
Opportunities for a Prosperous Missouri: Budget Reform and Data Centers Join us for the Next Generation Connection Hour on August 18! Show-Me Institute experts will discuss two critical issues shaping Missouri's economic future: Missouri’s increasing budget and the growing debate over data center development across the state. Missouri's Budget and Tax Outlook – Missouri's budget grew rapidly […]
It’s a Wrap! Show-Me Institute experts will break down the outcomes of the 2026 Missouri legislative session and share their insights on what’s next for you, your families, and businesses. This post-session recap will explore key policy developments in state income tax, the new budget, and education: The general assembly approved placing a constitutional amendment […]
A Win, A Loss, and A Draw for Missouri Join us for the Next Generation Connection Hour on June 9! Show-Me Institute experts will break down the outcomes of the 2026 Missouri legislative session and share their insights on what’s next for you, your families, and businesses. This post-session recap will cover key policy areas, […]
It’s a wrap! The Missouri legislative session ended on Friday, May 15. Join us for a post-session recap of these key policy areas: The general assembly approved placing a constitutional amendment on the ballot to begin the process of phasing out the state income tax later this year. Elias Tsapelas will explain what will happen […]
Join us and get the inside scoop on the Missouri legislative session and policies that could directly affect the lives of Missourians at the Show-Me Institute’s Insider’s Hour! CEO Brenda Talent, Director of State Budget and Fiscal Policy Elias Tsapelas, and Director of Education Policy Cory Koedel will discuss, from a free-market policy perspective, what […]
April Ballot Issues and Local Data Centers – Get the Facts! Join us for the Next Generation Connection Hour with the Show-Me Institute, a unique opportunity to hear directly from our policy experts about the most pressing state and local issues that are directly impacting the lives of Missouri’s citizens. Brenda Talent, David Stokes, and […]
In partnership with WashU Law Federalist Society, the Show-Me Institute is pleased to present The Honorable Thomas C. Albus United States Attorney and former adjunct professor at WashU Law In the last fifty years, the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri has gone from a small prosecutor’s office to an important […]
In his State of the State Address, Governor Kehoe asked: “Should Missouri begin a phased elimination of the individual income tax, with full repeal within the next five years?” He argued that doing so would help Missouri compete with states that do not levy an income tax and strengthen long-term economic growth. You’re invited to […]
