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May 30, 2011

HARRISON – Lines form for speaker’s seat

Lines form for speaker’s seat “We are working hard to elect Republicans to the House,” said Rep. Mark Baker, R-Brandon, when asked if he is running for speaker. Baker said nothing will be determined until after the November general election. “Anybody who says it will be is wrong,” Baker said. If Republicans do not garner…
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May 29, 2011

Jeff Smith qualifies as independent – Bobby Moak warehouses cash – both will run for Speaker

The Buzz Smith, who has served in the House since 1994 and has been known to side with conservatives, has qualified to run for his seat as an independent this year. . . . . Rep. Bobby Moak, D-Bogue Chitto, announced his plans last week to seek the post but has long been stockpiling money…