Richard Cowell
Richard Cowell (Republican Party) (also known as Ricky) ran for election to the Missouri House of Representatives to represent District 84. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Cowell also ran for election to the Missouri House of Representatives to represent District 82. He did not appear on the ballot for the Republican primary on August 6, 2024.
Cowell completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Richard Cowell was born in St. Louis, Missouri. He served in the U.S. Army. He earned an associate degree from Saint Louis University and a bachelor's degree from the University of Missouri, Saint Louis, in 1999. His career experience includes working as a technology professional.[1]
Elections
2024
House of Representatives District 84
See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 84
Incumbent Del Taylor defeated Richard Cowell in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 84 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Del Taylor (D) | 87.9 | 11,470 |
 | Richard Cowell (R)  | 12.1 | 1,577 | |
| Total votes: 13,047 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 84
Incumbent Del Taylor advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 84 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Del Taylor | 100.0 | 4,926 |
| Total votes: 4,926 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 84
Richard Cowell advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 84 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Richard Cowell | 100.0 | 303 |
| Total votes: 303 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Robert Vroman (R)
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Cowell in this election.
House of Representatives District 82
See also: Missouri House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Missouri House of Representatives District 82
Nick Kimble defeated Donald Flecke in the general election for Missouri House of Representatives District 82 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Nick Kimble (D) | 74.0 | 16,013 |
| Donald Flecke (R) | 26.0 | 5,639 | ||
| Total votes: 21,652 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 82
Nick Kimble advanced from the Democratic primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 82 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Nick Kimble | 100.0 | 7,134 |
| Total votes: 7,134 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 82
Donald Flecke advanced from the Republican primary for Missouri House of Representatives District 82 on August 6, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Donald Flecke | 100.0 | 1,460 | |
| Total votes: 1,460 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Richard Cowell (R)
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Cowell in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
House of Representatives District 84
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Richard Cowell completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cowell's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I am Richard Cowell, candidate for Missouri State Representative in the 84th District. I have the qualifications to serve YOU and want to earn your vote.
I am a native of Saint Louis, MO, born/raised in the MO 84th District. I know this district intimately well. I am a Disabled US Army Veteran, with College Degrees in Aerospace and Computer Science, and have over 25 years of practical experience providing viable business solutions for American Industries including Aerospace, Government, Health Care, Education, Banking/Finance, and Telecomm to name several.
My motivation to run for political office is simple. Our current system of government is dysfunctional. We are being levied and taxed a every turn, with little expected return on investment. Economically speaking, we know this is unsustainable.
We must move forward towards a better course! By electing me into office, I will work with all our elected officials to implement positive, common sense reforms and viable solutions in our state that serves all citizens.
If anything else, at least try voting for the Republican for once. The worst that can happen is you'll have: • More money in your pocket • Your Cost of Living will go down • Your Children will have a future to look forward to
• You will have Common Sense policies that actually benefit you- MORE MONEY IN YOUR POCKET STARTS HERE!
Revitalize Economic Opportunities: • Introduce low interest business loans and reduce state tax rates for the first two years to qualified Missourians desiring to start small businesses.
• Deregulate overbearing state restrictions to encourage and incentivize more favorable business opportunities for Missouri citizens and outside investors that allow for economic growth in the private sector.
• Eliminate state income taxes, personal property taxes on vehicles, and repeal the state gasoline tax hikes implemented for the last four years. - ECONOMIC IMPROVEMENT AND INVESTMENT CANNOT BE ACHIEVED WITHOUT ENFORCING PUBLIC SAFETY! Safety First: • Refund and reform all Missouri law enforcement agencies that prioritize enforcement on criminal activities versus ordinance/regulatory violations. • Minimal salary requirements for all Missouri law enforcement agencies. • Fully fund all State Mental Healthcare Services. Refocusing efforts with long-term psychotherapy, drug/alcohol treatments, and occupational rehabilitation/training. • Implement stronger prison sentences and penalties against repeat violent felons.
- FOR A CHILD'S FUTURE TO BE SECURED, THEIR EDUCATION, DEVELOPMENT, AND LEARNING IS ESSENTIAL! Education: • Freedom for Missouri Parents to choose where their children are educated with the tax dollars following the child. • Raises and bonus incentives for Missouri Teachers based on actual merit and true performance factors. • Employ certified armed safety officers at all Missouri schools. • Create a process to remove, permanently ban, and prosecute any educators and school board members who violate the civil rights of any Missouri parents/students. • Encourage more pathways for students who choose technical and skilled trade school opportunities while in High School.
Healthcare is just too expensive! We must reform our State Healthcare System!
Education - Elementary and Secondary or Higher
Health and Mental Health
Appropriations-Corrections and Public Safety
Critical Issues, Consumer Protection and Housing
Joint Committee on Economic Development, Policy and Planning
Joint Committee on Correctional Institutions and Problems
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House of Representatives District 82
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Richard Cowell did not complete Ballotpedia's 2024 Candidate Connection survey.
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 24, 2024
