TheChat: The pols say “Merry Christmas”

▪ “I wanted to take a brief moment to wish you and yours...” — Bev Randles, a GOP candidate for Missouri lieutenant governor in 2016.

▪ “...our best wishes for a safe and joyous Christmas season and for a 2015 that will be filled with peace.” — Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon.

▪ “As we enter 2015...” — Kansas City Mayor Sly James.

▪ “...it holds the promise of challenges well met and blessings gratefully acknowledged.” — Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback.

▪ “From my family to yours...” — Missouri Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler.

▪ ...Merry Christmas and...” — Kansas Congressman Kevin Yoder.

▪ ...``happy holidays to all (regardless of your traditions) and a very happy new year.” — Jackson County Legislator Crystal Williams.

This story was originally published December 24, 2014 at 8:00 PM.