Elad Gross (Attorney General Candidate)

Elad was born and raised in Missouri. His name is pronounced "El-ahd" and means “God is eternal." It appears to have been more popular during biblical days. When he’s not rooting out corrupt practices in our government, teaching economics to kindergarteners at summer camp, or chasing his hyperactive dogs, Elad is usually handing out fruit snacks and asking Missourians how they want to fix our state. He has served as a board member or an advisory board member of the Education Exchange Corps; Missouri For All; the Citizenship Education Clearing House; New Leaders Council St. Louis; Caring Ministries, Inc.; Alltru's Community Development projects; and Clay Elementary School.

Sophia Johnson — Student Equity Leader

Sophia is a high school student and advocate. She is proud of her black and Palestinian heritage and is a huge advocate for diversity and equity in education.

Mya Walker — Student Equity Leader

Mya is a Howard University senior. She has a long record of being passionate about two things: social justice and working with children.

Mya was the 2021 recipient of the Missouri Award for Outstanding Achievement in Citizenship.

Bill Stephens (Former Alderman, 12th Ward, St. Louis Missouri.)

Bill is an Education Champion, he was a Speaker & Attendee at the 2022 March for Our Lives, a

former Youth Services Provider in the Early Childhood Outreach for St. Louis Public Library, a

former Public Servant with the St. Louis Art Museum and the St. Louis County Library

Teona McGhaw-Boure (Paraquad)

Teona is a volunteer and leader in multiple organizations in our community and is also a candidate. When she is not working with Paraquad, Mission Attempt, she is giving her energy to a variety of community causes, including: VP of Diversity for the Missouri Women’s Political Caucus; Chair of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Activities (IDEA) Committee for the National Women’s Political Caucus; and Treasurer of the 2021 St. Louis Women’s March. You can also hear her discussing important issues facing St. Louis as radio Co-Host of “Bill and Teona: Wine About The Region”.

Michael Walk (TransParent)

Michael Walk is the parent of a transgender teenager living in Missouri.

TransParent is an organization that envisions a world that honors and affirms the naturally occurring transgender experience. Our mission is to bring compassionate support to parents and caregivers navigating complex issues faced by gender-expansive individuals.