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November 23, 2011

Hattiesburg American – Jim Hood’s hair helped him win election

Hattiesburg American – Jim Hood’s hair helped him win election Some wonder why Jim Hood is the lone Democrat remaining in a major state political office in Mississippi. Don’t believe for one minute it is just because of his name, reputation or service. He has good locks. Yes, that wispy mane with intermittent curls creates…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
November 23, 2011

Defense cuts a concern for Mississippi lawmakers

Defense cuts a concern for Mississippi lawmakers WASHINGTON — The failure of the supercommittee to find $1.2 trillion in budget cuts over 10 years disappointed Magnolia State lawmakers and now raises concerns over the impact of $500 billion in automatic defense-budget cuts, especially shipbuilding on the Mississippi Coast. “I had hoped the committee would succeed…