Josh Smead, a Democrat, has thrown his hat in the ring against 6th District incumbent Sam Graves. He was born and raised in Harrisonburg (VA) and moved to Missouri in 2017.
In his bio page, he wrote, “Missouri has played a key role in American history, from its place in westward expansion to its deep-rooted values of hard work, resilience, independence, and patriotism. I love living in a state where people believe in personal responsibility, taking care of their neighbors, and expecting results. The ‘Show Me’ mindset is real—Missourians want action and accountability. As a father and business owner, I appreciate the opportunities this state provides to build a future, raise a family, and contribute to something much greater than myself. My hope is that we can all agree on protecting these values, honoring our history, and making Missouri an even better place for future generations.”
He promised to travel across the district over the next year to meet with people. He has a Facebook page and YouTube channel that is critical of Graves and his votes, particularly his support of President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” that passed the House by one vote.
He has an extensive policy section on his website. The Grain Belt Express has come under withering fire from Missouri legislators and Senator Josh Hawley, but Smead says it offers stable, low-cost power delivered to dozens of Missouri communities while strengthening the grid against blackouts and extreme weather. He is pro-choice, saying that Missourians deserve sovereignty over their own bodies, not career politicians in Jefferson City and DC. He pledged to protect family farms, expand access to markets, and support sustainable practices.
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