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July 27, 2010

By Ted Brown Special to The Globe The Joplin Globe Tue Jul 27, 2010, 07:24 AM CDT

JOPLIN, Mo. — Bill Buening is running for the state House in the 131st District. You will not see Bill as a frontrunner in fundraising because he has promised he will not take a dime from political action groups, special interests or lobbyists.

I have known Bill for awhile. He is a good listener and understands people. He has high moral values and a strong belief in God, family, his country and the American way. On thing he stands for is less intrusive government.

It really is time that we the people of Missouri take control and take our government back. We can only do that by voting in a man we know can take the bull by the horns. Bill Buening works for one of the greatest fraternal organizations in the world that helps all kinds of children. The Elks Lodge is known for making a lot of needy children and families happy. Bill is one of the main cogs in that wheel. That is the kind of man anyone would be proud to have represent him.

This election, let’s take a good look at a person’s heart. I know Bill will listen to you and try his very best to help you. Let’s take a stand and give the working man a chance to be a voice for Missouri. I bet we will see a change for the better.

Ted Brown

Joplin

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