Burt Whaley

Burt Whaley was born in Moberly, Missouri. Whaley served in the U.S. Army Reserve from 1982 to 2003. He earned a bachelor's degree from Central Missouri State University in 1988, a graduate degree from Central Missouri State University in 1993, and a graduate degree from Central Missouri State University in 2010. His career experience includes working as an educator and administrator. He has been affiliated with the Stone County Republican Central Committee, Stone County Missouri Republican Assembly, Veterans of the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce, and Citizens in Action.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Burt Whaley is a native Missourian with an extensive background in public service. He had a 20-year

career in the U.S. Army as a Military Police Officer (active and reserve) and a 28-year career in

education as a teacher, the founding principal of an alternative school, and a school board member.

He also has 40+ years of service in the church as a lay leader in youth groups, adult Sunday

school, and international mission trips. In retirement, he is an instructor and security

consultant for active shooter and intruder response, helping schools and churches improve their

physical security measures. In addition, he is actively involved as a member and leader in local

Republican groups. He is endorsed by Missouri Right to Life and the Missouri Republican Assembly.

Burt has been married for 39 years and has four grown children, three sons-in-law, and eleven

grandchildren.

“WE BELIEVE all people are endowed by our Creator with certain inalienable rights, including life,

liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It is our fundamental belief that our morals, our values,

and our culture are derived from Almighty God. To quote the Psalmist, ‘Blessed is the nation

whose God is the Lord.’ Psalm 33:12.” (Missouri Republican Platform)

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?

Burt Whaley's priority is life, saving babies from conception. Initiative Petition Reform is a

high priority to protect not only our unborn children but also other unwanted amendments

being placed on our Missouri Constitution by special interest groups who have a lot of

money and are the driving force to promote initiative petitions in high-population areas in

Missouri, thus altering our Missouri Constitution.Burt's second priority is liberty, an essential aspect of ensuring the education of Missouri's

youth. He is committed to protecting Missourian's First and Second Amendment rights, and

his support for an amendment to the Missouri Constitution for a "Constitutional Sheriff" is a

significant step in securing our liberties. In addition, Burt will vigorously promote quality

education for public schools, charter schools, private schools, and home schools, providing a

solid foundation for future generations.Burt's third priority is the pursuit of happiness for Missourians. Promoting legislation or

removing legislation that would stop illegal immigration in our state, stop China and other

counties from buying Missouri farmland and other properties, cut taxes, increase local and

state economic development, and encourage IN GOD WE TRUST into our decision-making

process.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Burt Whaley seeks to encourage public legislators to return to the faith, morality, law, education, and liberty that our country was founded on. Our founding fathers understood that faith in God leads to strong morality, reflected in our original laws. The foundational belief in GOD WE TRUST will assist legislators in promoting sound public policy, such as protecting the lives of unborn

babies, promoting a constitutional amendment for Constitutional Sheriffs, promoting quality education balanced between public, charter, private, and home schools, promoting legislation that addresses the concerns about illegal immigrants, stopping other countries from buying Missouri land and property, cutting taxes, and increasing economic development.

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

Jesus Christ is the best example of a servant leader. His teachings have stood the test of time and have provided millions of people with a sound and practical way to live life and help others do the same.

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

I suggest watching the film "A letter to the American Church."

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrety-Say what you mean and mean what you say. Trust is a byproduct of integrity. We must return to moral soundness so that the people of Missouri can trust us to protect their lives, liberty, and pursuit of happiness.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Relationships with other legislators are crucial to collaboration and teamwork. We must work together for the common good of the people of Missouri. When we work together, we can achieve much more for the people of Missouri's liberties. This was evident for our founding fathers; therefore, it is evident today.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

I reached out to Brad Hudson several years ago with the desire to get involved. I have visited him in Jefferson City several times this year and in the past, and he has introduced me to several legislators and staff. Brad and I were asked by Eric Burlison to start a Missouri Republican Assembly (MRA) Chapter in Stone County, along with other patriots who helped start the chapter. I continue to work with Brad, reviewing state legislative and local issues. I have organized small “Meet, Greet & Update” meetings with We the People and MRA, where Brad has brought us up to speed on current legislation since November 2021. Therefore, this multi-year working relationship allows for the continuation of dialog and mentoring that will help bridge the gap and foster the continuation of his foundation to benefit the 138th District and the State of Missouri.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Missouri Right to Life and the Missouri Republican Assembly