Jason Kander Grabs More Endorsements for Statewide Bid

State Rep. Jason Kander continues to receive endorsements for his bid for secretary of state.

Kander, D-Kansas City, received the backing of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Council 72. The organization describes itself as the “exclusive bargaining representative for more than 20,000 public servants who work for the state, counties, municipalities and other political subdivisions.”

“Throughout his career, Jason Kander has consistently focused on protecting and creating jobs and advocating for middle-class Missourians,” said Jeff Mazur, executive director of AFSCME Council 72, in a statement. “As Secretary of State, Jason will undoubtedly continue his work by fighting for the civic rights of everyday folks, protecting the investments of Missouri workers and providing diligent service to our state’s businesses.”

Joplin political scribe Eli Yokley reported that Kander also received kind words from state treasurer Clint Zweifel, who once serves as state representative in north St. Louis County. When Yokley asked Zweifel whether he was endorsing Kander’s candidacy, Zweifel said “I think Jason will serve as a great Secretary of State.”

Two Republicans, including State Sen. Scott Rupp, R-Wentzville, and State Sen. Bill Stouffer, R-Napton, have already announced in the race to replace Secretary of State Robin Carnahan.

Carnahan, a Democrat, is not running for re-election.