Ann L. Zimpfer

Civil Rights

I support the ranked choice voting initiative because it encourages voters to vote for who they want (not just against someone they dislike), takes away power from major political parties and gives it back to the citizens, and encourages more people to get involved in the democratic process. Learn more

I want to ensure workers with special needs have options in their working environment, including sheltered workshops and competitive employment. Learn more

I stand against Republican efforts in the General Assembly to put barriers between voters and the ballot box that often revoke the constitutional right to vote and create second-class citizens. These include photo voter ID laws, efforts to limit voter registration, and measures that hurt absentee voters. Learn more

Drug Policy

I support the full legalization of recreational marijuana in Missouri. It’s 2022. Let’s get with the program. Learn more

I support programs and services that treat drug addiction like the medical condition it is to better combat the increase of drug-related deaths in Missouri. Learn more

Education

We need to make sure that student learning standards align with developmental ability, and not rush or hinder students so we can teach to their strengths. Learn more

I support a more equitable distribution of funding for public schools across the state. Learn more

I strongly oppose to the expansion of the charter school system, which would take already limited funds away from public schools. Learn more

I support decreasing class size to provide students with more individualized attention from their teachers by making progress toward the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s desirable ratings of class size in all districts across the state. Learn more

Healthcare

I support legislation that would cap the cost of medications such as insulin and epi-pens. Learn more

I support expanding access to mental health care. Learn more

Social Services

I will work tirelessly to reform the system that forces Missourians with special needs to live at the poverty level just to have access to the services they need to survive. Learn more

I support increasing funding for agencies that assist people with special needs so they can recruit and retain quality staff and provide fulfilling opportunities for those with special needs. Learn more

Wages / Job Benefits

I unequivocally support the Missouri Nondiscrimination Act. Missourians can currently be fired or denied housing or employment legally for their sexuality or gender identity. That is unacceptable. Learn more

I strongly oppose right-to-work and other anti-worker legislation that would hamper collective bargaining. Learn more