Tom Schmitz

Schmitz was born in St. Louis, Missouri.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm a Public Defender who resides in Rolla, Missouri. I received my Bacherlor's Degree in Psychological Sciences from the University of Missouri, Columbia in 2008. I went on to receive my Juris Doctor from Creighton University School of Law in 2012. I was in private practice from 2012 through 2019, and I joined the Public Defender's Office in Rolla in the spring of 2019.

I attend Vineyard Church in Rolla. My main hobby is music, and I enjoy playing drums, guitar, and composing.

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?

Separation of healthcare and stateBring our troops home and implement a foreign police of peace, strength, and non-interventionismThe government should exist only to protect individual rights.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare, monetary policy and spending, foreign policy, environment, education, economic freedom, personal freedom.