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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap

From Washington D.C. to the Heart of America, Congressman Mark Alford takes you behind the scenes in D.C., Capitol Hill, and in the District, interviewing the great people he has the privilege and honor of working with to help shape our wonderful nation.

Congressman Mark Alford has a deep passion for storytelling. With more than 35 years in media, crafting messages and communicating stories to the public, he now uses his talents in Washington, D.C., where he crosses paths with some of the most interesting people in the world. Using this platform as a megaphone to share those incredible stories, to ignite passion and spirit once again in America—that's what this podcast all about that.

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Mark Alford's Capitol Recap

E60: Gov. Mike Parson (R-MO) | Reflecting on Service, Missouri, and America

November 02, 2024 • Congressman Mark Alford

(00:00) Introduction
(01:49) Motivation to Serve
(02:53) Joining the Army
(04:38) The Military Recruiting Crisis
(05:53) Afghanistan Withdrawal
(08:52) Running for Polk County Sheriff
(10:07) Running for State Legislature
(10:55) Elected Lieutenant Governor
(11:55) Becoming Governor: Discovering, Facing Challenges, and the Call to Serve
(15:13) Greatest Accomplishment as Governor
(17:17) Toughest Decisions as Governor
++ much more!

In this episode of Mark Alford's America, Congressman Mark Alford sits down with Missouri’s 57th Governor, Mike Parson, at his Kansas City office. Governor Parson reflects on a lifetime of service, from his days in the U.S. Army to serving as Polk County Sheriff, and his path to the Governor’s office.

He shares insights on the values driving his leadership, his commitment to Missouri’s infrastructure and workforce development, and his dedication to creating opportunities for future generations. Governor Parson also shares the inside story of how he found out he would become governor and what those first few days were like.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Governor Mike Parson.