(LISTEN): "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn joins us live on "Wake Up Missouri"

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe (R) outlined his proposed $130-million pay plan increase for state employees during his January State of the State address. The governor says the average turnover rate in state government is 20 percent, adding that makes it difficult for state departments and agencies to operate efficiently. He says his plan provides funding to support a one percent salary increase for every two years of service, up to ten percent for all state employees. "Missouri Times" publisher Scott Faughn joined us live on 939 the Eagle's "Wake Up Missouri." Mr. Faughn tells listeners that if you don't pay your employees, they will leave for other jobs. He believes the Legislature will approve much of Governor Kehoe's proposed plan. He's also impressed with State Sens. Brad Hudson (R-Cape Fair) and Rick Brattin (R-Harrisonville), telling listeners they're in Jefferson City to work and he's impressed with their work ethic. Scott also discussed Hammerschmidt, which involves a 1994 Missouri Supreme Court decision. It says that bills that contain more than one subject are unconstitutional. Scott was also at Sunday's Super Bowl in New Orleans, and says it was a rough night to be a Chiefs fan. He describes Philadelphia Eagle fans in New Orleans as rude and obnoxious: