Mississippi leaders applaud Haley Barbour’s move to free the Scott Sisters

Scott sisters to be freed

Sen. Willie Simmons, D-Cleveland, called it a “courageous move” by the governor as he considers a run for president.
“Normally, a candidate would shy away from that,” said Simmons, among a handful of lawmakers who have met with Barbour about releasing the sisters.

Clarion Ledger
12/29/10