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Missouri Gov. Mike Parson looks back on his record

By Brian Ellison,

Published December 16, 2024 at 4:00 AM CST

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After six and a half years, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson is set to leave office in January. In an interview with KCUR, Parson reflected on his tenure — including accomplishments like expanding I-70, if he plans to pardon former KCPD officer Eric DeValkenaere, and his hopes for the future of Missouri.

Parson spoke with Steve Kraske on KCUR's Up To Date.

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