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January 19, 2016

Congressman Thompson (D) calls MLKJ-Robert E. Lee shared holiday “offensive”

State rep calls MLK-Robert E. Lee shared holiday ‘offensive’ State Sen. John Horhn, D-Jackson, said the measure was touted as a cost-saving maneuver but also said he feels the move was made to slight King. “Every major issue in the state of Mississippi has the undercurrent of race to it. I wish it wasn’t the…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
January 19, 2016

McDaniel, Burton trade jabs as MS Senate votes to sear Dearing over Sojourner 47-3

Senate rejects Sojourner challenge, seats Dearing McDaniel and Burton tangled during floor debate Monday. McDaniel cited numerous election law sections and precedent court cases in his arguments and questioned whether the committee had been fair or thorough. He also offered an amendment to the committee’s recommendation resolution, calling for a new election to be held.…