Mike Parson : (5) " I appreciate President Trump’s commitment and invitation to play a role in strengthening State and Federal government partnerships. It’s important that we discuss best practices to tackle shared challenges and priorities. " - Mike Parson " Unprecedented’ is the term I’ve heard most commonly to describe the COVID-19 pandemic. As for me, I would describe it as a storm at sea. Lengthy and ferocious. Uncontrollable. Frightening. All-pervading. " - Mike Parson " Optimism leads to investment, and anything that our government can do to reinforce optimism in our economy is good. " - Mike Parson " It is important to take time out every year to honor state employees. " - Mike Parson " When we try to make everything a priority, the fact is nothing is truly a priority. " - Mike Parson