Release Date: July 21, 2010
Springfield, Mo – Bob Dixon (R-Springfield) has received the endorsement of Missourians United for Life in his campaign to become Springfield’s next state senator. During his life in public service, Dixon has long been an abortion opponent and has passed several pieces of legislation protecting the innocent life of the unborn. The organization, which is dedicated to protecting the sanctity of the lives of unborn children across the state, cited Dixon’s willingness to lead the way on several key issues in the awarding him a “Served with Distinction” honor.
“Bob Dixon has been a long time friend of the pro-life movement,” said Dr. Bob Onder, executive director of Missourians United for Life. “Because of the leadership of people like Bob, Missouri has become a national leader in protecting innocent life. For that reason, Bob is going to be a great addition to the State Senate.”
During his time in the legislature, Dixon has helped pass several pieces of pro-life legislation. The most recent victory for the pro-life community came this past year when Missouri was able to pass legislation that requires a pregnant mother to be fully informed of the health risks both to herself and to her child prior to an abortion procedure. Over the past few years, much progress has been made regarding the right to life movement. Among other things, Missouri has banned partial birth abortions, set up strict health standards on abortion clinics and procedures, and required that parents be active in the decision of minors to have an abortion.
“We see government come up short today on so many levels, that’s not the case when it comes to the pro-life cause in Missouri,” said Dixon. “The work we have accomplished over the past few years have been tremendous, but there is still more to be done. I look forward to doing my part in the State Senate.”
Dixon is running to be state senator in the 30th district in the city of Springfield. He currently serves as state representative for the 140th district representing eastern Springfield and eastern Greene County. Dixon received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Missouri State University and a master’s degree in education from Drury University. He has been active in numerous community organizations during his life in Springfield. Bob and his wife Amanda have three girls, Grace, Rose, and Olivia Dixon.
