Carl Kinsky

Carl Kinsky served in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from 1979 to 1985. He earned a bachelor's degree from Colgate University in 1983 and a law degree from the Duke University School of Law in 1986. His career experience includes working as an attorney.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name is Carl Kinsky. I am 65 years old and am a retired attorney. I served as the elected prosecutor in Ste. Genevieve County for 20 years. I am currently on the Ste. Genevieve County Health Board and have so served for more than a decade. I am also on the Ste Genevieve City Planning and Zoning Board.

I was married to Holly Gayle Simons for 27 years before her passing. I am now married to Susie Johnson. I have no children. My mother, Constance McAvoy, is in an assisted living facility nearby.

I have also was the District Public Defender for the area. I was awarded the Contract Public Defender of the Year Award in 2025 by the Missouri Public Defender System.

I largely retired from the practice of law in January of this year. I did not intend my first year of retirement to include running for office, but feel it is my duty to do so and pledge to be the best state representative I can possibly be.

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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?

I am running for state representative because we need effective representation. The State of Missouri is facing a fiscal disaster in next few years with projected deficits in the billions of dollars. We will need to tighten our belts and look at taxes. We need a representative who will be open with the voters about tough choices. We need a representative who understands that compromise is not always a sign of weakness, that it is often the way forward. We need a representative who understands that just voting "no" is not enough.I was the elected prosecuting attorney in Ste. Genevieve County for 20 years. I know how to read statutes, how to spot the traps and loopholes. The special interests with money are driving the current leadership in Jeff City. We need a state representative who puts constituents first. I am 65 years old and retired and couldn't care less about the special interests.

Over the years, I have learned the importance of listening. I will listen to all the people in 145th District, not just those I agree with. I have learned there is a time to negotiate and a time to fight, and I believe I have learned how to do both.If I am fortunate enough to be elected state representative, I will work my tail off for the people of Perry and Ste. Genevieve counties. I have the time, the energy, and the will, and would be honored to given the chance.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fiscal responsibility

Public education

Transparency with voters

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

None. I hav sought none. Endorsements often come with a price and often are predictions by the endorser to make the endorser appear powerful.