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January 8, 2008

FIRST GOAL: ELECT SPEAKER

The Sun Herald, 1/8/8 The state Legislature convenes for the 2008 session today and the big story from the first day is likely to be the speaker of the House election. Some Republicans have endorsed conservative Jeff Smith, D-Columbus, in his bid to oust House Speaker Billy McCoy, D-Rienzi, from his post. The vote is…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
January 8, 2008

Musgrove sets stage for bitter campaign

The Clarion-Ledger, 1/8/8 The race to replace Sen. Trent Lott grew heated Monday as former Gov. Ronnie Musgrove and Sen. Roger Wicker traded barbs, leading political watchers to predict a contentious race between the former roommates. Musgrove, 51, a Democrat, fired the first shot at a news conference announcing his campaign. He blasted Wicker, 56,…