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JEFFERSON CITY — Two candidates who are running in a new independent party presented the Missouri Secretary of State with 25,000 signatures from registered voters across the state last week.

U.S. Senate candidate Jared Young and U.S. House of Representatives candidate Blake Ashby presented 15,000 more signatures than is required to run and secure their spots on the ballot in November.

Interview with Jared Young -- Independent Candidate for US Senate From Missouri. Can He Beat Josh Hawley & Lucas Kunce? Who Is He, What Does He Stand For, How Does He Define Independent? 

America, meet Jared Young (@VoteJaredYoung). Jared is the independent candidate for Senate from Missouri running against Republican incumbent Senator Josh Hawley and underperforming Democrat Lucas Kunce. It’s a monumental task but he’s focused and he’s organized. He’s got a plan and maybe even a little momentum. It’s a fascinating look behind the scenes of a campaign on the move and a great way to kick-off the series. Hear why he is running, why he thinks he can overcome the odds and maybe most importantly, how he defines independent and what it means to him.

If you’re interested in independent politics—or American politics in general—this is a can’t miss. If you’re an independent, you’ve found your home.

Jared Young clears the hurdle today to be on the November 5^th ballot for U.S. Senate with the collection and submission of 25,000 petition signatures from registered Missouri voters around the state. Young avoids a primary by running as an Independent in a quest to bring a moderate conservative voice to both the Missouri and national political scenes. With his submission of signatures, he clears the required 10,000 signatures by a comfortable margin and gives hope to the 43% of Missouri voters that claim no affiliation with either of the major parties — voters who want a candidate willing to shed party loyalty in order to do what’s best for our country. 

The Better Party, founded by U.S. Senate candidate Jared Young, submitted more than 25,000 signatures to the Missouri Secretary of State’s office on Friday.

“The biggest barrier for an independent candidate is getting on the ballot, and so we've accomplished that today,” Young said. “It took a lot of resources and a lot of time, but we're here and from now on, we know, this box is checked, and we can just focus on getting our message out.”

The party needed at least 10,000 verified signatures to gain ballot access for its candidates this year. Along with Young as the party’s candidate for U.S. Senate, Blake Ashby, a former city councilman in the city of Ferguson, is running under the party’s label for the state’s U.S. House seat in the 1st Congressional District.

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YOUNG HURDLES ONTO THE NOVEMBER 2024 BALLOT

Hawley challenger submits 25,000 signatures to the Missouri Secretary of State

Jefferson City, Mo., April 19, 2024 — Jared Young clears the hurdle today to be on the November 5th ballot for U.S. Senate with the collection and submission of 25,000 petition signatures from registered Missouri voters around the state. Young avoids a primary by running as an Independent in a quest to bring a moderate conservative voice to both the Missouri and national political scenes. With his submission of signatures, he clears the required 10,000 signatures by a comfortable margin and gives hope to the 43% of Missouri voters that claim no affiliation with either of the major parties — voters who want a candidate willing to shed party loyalty in order to do what’s best for our country.

Jared Young, candidate for U.S. Senate in Missouri, tells Bernie Hayes his reasons for seeking the office. Hear this attorney's plan and vision for Missouri and the nation on the Bernie Hayes TV Show.

Jared Young hails from a dynamic background, growing up as part of a large family that traversed various states before settling in Missouri. His diverse upbringing instilled in him an appreciation for different cultures and backgrounds, which he further cultivated through extensive international experiences during his early adulthood. His commitment to service became evident when he relocated to Missouri in 2015, where he became deeply involved in community initiatives, notably serving on the board of the local Boys and Girls Club and assuming various roles within his church. Through these engagements, Jared gained invaluable insights into the pervasive challenges of generational poverty, both from the perspective of those experiencing it and those endeavoring to alleviate its effects. Drawing upon his rich educational background, which includes a bachelor’s degree in Middle East Studies and Arabic from BYU and a law degree from Harvard, Jared's professional journey has been equally diverse. Following his time in academia, he ventured into both the legal and business realms, gaining firsthand experience on how government policies impact various sectors. His tenure at a DC law firm and subsequent role in managing a business in Joplin, Missouri, equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the intricate interplay between government regulation and the business landscape.