Tom Schweich

Is being Jewish a political liability in America’s heartland?

By Lilly Fowler — March 6, 2015
ST. LOUIS (RNS) For some, the disadvantages of being a Jewish politician are tangible. And they're amplified for Missouri candidates who must win over rural voters with little exposure to the faith.

Death of Mo. gubernatorial candidate roils state GOP

By Deirdre Shesgreen — March 5, 2015
(RNS) Right before his death, Tom Schweich called reporters saying he was going to go public with allegations that Missouri GOP Chairman John Hancock had been telling people Schweich was Jewish.
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