New polling data from Mainstreet Research paints an encouraging picture for our campaign, showing that Bethany Mann’s message is beginning to resonate across Missouri’s 3rd Congressional District. While Republican candidate Bob Onder is projected to receive 60% of the vote, Bethany Mann is now polling at 35.7%, showing a notable gain from her 34.9% share of the vote in the 2022 election. Meanwhile, Bob Onder’s projected share is down over five points from the 65.1% that incumbent Blaine Luetkemeyer garnered in 2022.
These changes are significant, especially in a heavily gerrymandered district where the GOP has long held a firm grip on the electorate. The fact that Onder is losing ground compared to the Republican candidate in previous elections is a clear sign that voters are starting to realize his campaign lacks true representation for the entire district.
One of the biggest concerns is Onder’s focus on only the more populated counties within the district, neglecting the voices of rural constituents. Voters in the rural parts of the 3rd District deserve to have their needs addressed, and Bethany Mann is committed to ensuring that they are heard and represented. Unlike her opponent, Mann understands the challenges that rural communities face—from healthcare access to agriculture support—and she has laid out clear plans to tackle these issues.
Bethany Mann stands as the candidate who truly represents all of Missouri’s 3rd District. As this race progresses, we’re seeing the potential to bridge the gap and bring real, inclusive leadership to the district. The latest polling data is a step in the right direction, but we know there’s still work to be done. With your support, we can continue to build momentum and ensure that every community, rural and urban, has a voice in Washington.
Now is the time to get involved, spread the word, and help bring the change that Missouri’s 3rd District desperately needs!
