Richardson emphasized the importance of their grassroots efforts despite facing significant opposition. "If you get opposition, you can keep going. We’re not solicitors." This reflected their commitment to educate voters.
With a well-funded adversary, Richardson's team felt the pressure but remained determined to engage with voters. "Our group is hardly a match for campaigns bent on rolling back LGBTQ rights."
The environment was tense as Richardson navigated a landscape filled with hostility. "A woman called one canvasser a groomer. A man accused Richardson of trying to break into his home."
The stakes were high in Missouri, where legislation aimed to limit LGBTQ rights was proposed aggressively. "They had proposed nearly 100 bills to limit LGBTQ rights over the past two sessions."
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