David Wasinger, a Hannibal native has officially taken the reins as Missouri's 49th Lieutenant Governor. In a ceremony that pulled together political peers and public onlookers alike within the walls of the State Capitol, Wasinger was sworn in by Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice Mary Russell, who shares the same hometown.
"It is an honor to serve as Lieutenant Governor of the great state of Missouri. We are going to make sure Missouri work better for all Missourians," Wasinger stated, reflecting a commitment to a broad swath of constituents. His swearing-in remarks, as reported by ltgov.mo.gov, emphasized his dedication to the well-being of veterans, seniors, and the bolstering of Missouri's tourism sector.
Priorities for the new lieutenant governor are clear cut from his message. Wasinger aims to advocate fiercely for Missouri's veterans to ensure they are met with the care, benefits, and recognition they have rightly earned. Additionally, seniors can expect to have a champion in Wasinger, one rooting for policies that honor their life's contributions while enhancing their living standards. He also voiced a promise to push forward the state's tourism – a move seen as likely to inject vigor into the economy while also putting Missouri's historical and cultural heritage on fuller display.
Wasinger brings a history of legal advocacy to his new role, having previously taken on powerful, special interests on behalf of the "everyday Americans." Born and raised in the Mark Twain-heralded town of Hannibal, his educational journey through the University of Missouri-Columbia and the Vanderbilt University School of Law has seemingly led him to this point of public service. Wasinger, who currently resides in Brentwood with his wife Colleen, and their two sons, is well-positioned to align his efforts with those of the Governor and state legislature, in the shared goal of steering Missouri towards a more prosperous horizon.
