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State Sen. DeBar outlines the proposed changes for Mississippi’s Congressional Districts

By: Frank Corder - December 15, 2021

Sen. Dennis DeBar

The Senate Ed Chairman also says another round of teacher pay raises are in the works in 2022.

Following the joint Mississippi Senate and House Congressional Redistricting meeting today, State Senator Dennis DeBar talked with Y’all Politics about the proposed maps that were adopted by the committee and that will now head to the full Legislature for adoption during the first week of the 2022 session.

In addition, Senator DeBar is the chairman of the Senate Education Committee. He says there is momentum behind another round of teacher pay raises during the upcoming session. The only question is how the plan will look coming out of both chambers.

Watch the full interview with Senator DeBar below.

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Frank Corder

For nearly two decades, Frank Corder has reported and offered analysis on government, public policy, elections, business and matters of faith. He is the Editor for Magnolia Tribune where he oversees the day-to-day content development. Frank’s interviews, articles, and columns have been syndicated throughout Mississippi as well as in various national publications. His resume includes appearances on the BBC, CBS News, ABC News, and Fox News, among others. Frank is a frequent analyst on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State and beyond. During his career, Frank has interviewed government officials and candidates from City Halls to the White House, including Presidential candidates, White House officials, U.S. Senators, Congressmen, Cabinet Secretaries, and Governors. He previously hosted his own local radio and television programs and has managed private businesses in the financial, hospitality, and retail sectors. Frank has served his community as an elected City Councilman and as an Assistant/Acting City Manager. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina, he led the effort to plan Pascagoula's recovery and rebuilding which earned him recognition as Mississippi's Volunteer of the Year. Frank also led Pascagoula's municipal government out of a $14.5 million deficit, which the Mississippi State Auditor heralded as a model for other communities facing dire financial straits. As the president of the Pascagoula High School Quarterback Club, Frank has self-published "The Book of Pascagoula Football." He has been married for over 25 years and has two children, both of whom work in public education. Email Frank: frank@magnoliatribune.com