Faune Riggin kicks off the Lincoln day event with a few words, while Missouri 8th District Congressman Jason Smith and Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft listen in.
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft thanked the crowd for allowing them to be there and to speak to them.
Mark Mccloskey spoke about on what freedoms he looks to protect in his run for senate
Missouri State Representative Billy Long auctions off a flag along with the help of State Representative Barry Hovis.
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt introducing himself to people in attendance at the dinner.
Pachyderm Club's Victor Gunn poses for a photo with Tough Tusk award recipient Carolyn Davis.
Husband and Wife, Doug and Fran Austin introduce the Bill Emerson Public Service award .
Missouri Director of Revenue Wayne Wallingford along with his wife Susan give thanks to the crowd after being named the recipient of the Bill Emerson Public Service award.
Attendees of the dinner clap for the award recipients.
Congressman Jason Smith speaking on what he was able to accomplish in his time taking the seat.
Attorney General Eric Schmitt spoke about what he looks to in his run for the senate seat left by Roy Blunt
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