KANSAS CITY – The Missouri Democratic Party will hold the 2020 Democratic State Convention virtually, a first for the oldest Democratic Party west of the Mississippi. The online convention starts June 13 with a live digital event, and vote by mail until June 19. “This is an unprec “This is an unprecedented time in our state’s history, and as such, we’re taking unprecedented measures to ensure the health and safety of Missourians,” Missouri Democratic Party Executive Director Lauren Gepford said. “Leadership requires innovative and proactive planning, and our team is proving that, despite COVID-19, Democrats are ready to organize however we can. While some restrictions on large events may have been lifted, we believe holding an in-person event ... would be reckless and irresponsible.”