Jeffrey Smith

Jeff Smith is assistant professor of politics and advocacy at the New School’s urban-policy graduate program. He served in the Missouri Senate from 2006 to 2009, is a columnist for City and State, and has written for Salon, CNN.com, and National Journal.

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What's the Matter With Missouri?

What's the Matter With Missouri?

Politics Aug 24 2012, 10:15 AM ET

State Republicans have used divisive social issues legislation to strengthen the conservative coalition and push out progressives. More »

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