Bishop Davidson

Davidson was born in Chesapeake, Virginia.[1] Davidson graduated from Republic High School.[2] He earned a bachelor's degree in history and classics from the University of Missouri in 2016. Davidson's career experience includes working with the Intercollegiate Studies Institute and founding Pelion Learning.[1][2]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Bishop Davidson, and I grew up in Republic, Missouri. I am one of 9 children and was raised in a Christ-loving home by a small-business-owner mom and a public-school-teacher dad. I've combined both their passions by starting Pelion Learning-a small business offering educational services. At the University of Missouri, I studied History and Classics. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family, having conversation, traveling, being outside, friendly competition, and reading books or watching movies. I jumped into politics because I think there's a holistic conservative philosophy that is missing from today's political discourse. And until we start electing young, articulate conservatives who make appeals to the heart as well as the mind, we will struggle to recognize the merits of federalism and limited government, and we may miss out on the opportunity to see our communities strengthened.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Political conservatism is limited government, but a holistic conservative vision understands that limited government is only a means to a greater end, which is to strengthen those institutions in our lives-family, churches, schools, places of work, and neighborhoods-that not only make up our communities, but give the individual a sense of purpose, meaning, and place. The second amendment is often misunderstood because it is misrepresented. I want to defend the second amendment not only with sound policy, but the right rhetoric using the real reasons our second amendment exists. It is foundational to anyone who believes in limited government.When we set out to represent Western Greene County in Missouri's General Assembly, I was also setting out to be the most accessible representative in the state. By regularly attending city council meetings, hosting weekly Facebook Live videos, and consistently door knocking the community, I hope we've shown the folks in our district that they have a voice in the Capitol.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I have many passions that crossover into public policy. Some of my priorities now include education reform and initiative petition reform.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

This is always a difficult question. I look up to my mom for her work ethic and love, my dad for his knowledge and passion, my professors Justin Dyer-for his ambition and intelligence-and Carli Conklin for her kindness and disposition. The point is: I have many people in my life worthy of admiring, and I admire them all.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

John Locke, Adam Smith, The Federalist Papers, Edmund Burke, Alexis de Tocqueville, and Robert Nisbet all must be given credit for developing my political philosophy.

What legacy would you like to leave?

Regarding my time in public office-whether for 2 years or 20-I hope to be remembered as a humble statesman who did his best and never made a decision without giving thought and empathy to all who might be impacted by those decisions.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"Dreams" by Fleetwood Mac

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

It really depends on how that experience is being used. If it's being used in service of the public, then it's absolutely a good thing, but if it's used to serve only their self-interest, then I prefer someone new to politics and governing.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

I think one of Missouri's greatest challenges will be out-of-state actors taking advantage of an initiative petition process to circumnavigate the representatives elected by the people. This is probably the biggest threat to Missouri's democratic republic in the next decade.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

It's hard to say. I am interested in seeing good, conservative government implemented, and I want to become a better man along the way. If either of these things are compromised, I hope I leave office. Otherwise, I'm not ready to close any doors.