Cochran and McDaniel talk Senate race
Traveling on a bus branded “Thad for Mississippi”, Senator Thad Cochran made about half a dozen campaign stops Monday. One at Nucor Steel in Flowood.
“Trying to be sure that we understand the problems confronting us,” Cochran told reporters. “Come up with good answers to what we can to assure a bright future for our people.”
When asked about his opponent Chris McDaniel, Cochran said, “Really haven’t looked at his characteristics.” He continued, “I’m just running my campaign, based on my qualifications to continue to serve as a United States Senator.”
Chris McDaniel responded while at the State Capitol.
“The idea that he doesn’t know me or is not paying attention goes to show he hasn’t been in the state very often,” said McDaniel.
He was quick to point to what he thinks is an absence of the long-time senator.
“Anyone who refuses to balance the budget is out of touch,” explained McDaniel. “Anyone who votes for tax increases is out of touch. The people of this state have demanded that he be a conservative. To that extend, yes his record is not conservative. So he’s out of touch.”
Cochran said, “He’s wrong. He’s flat wrong. I’m as in touch with the people of Mississippi as an elected official can be.”
WLBT
2/17/14
Magnolia Tribune
