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November 7, 2019

MS Democrats bet it all on red(neck) and lost – Election 2019 recap

Election 2019 marked the culmination of a goal for outgoing Governor Phil Bryant – namely to carry all 8 statewide offices, two elected commissions and both houses of the legislature firmly under his party’s control.  It’s hard to overstate the accomplishment.  The political legacy he leaves is undeniable. There are lots of interesting takeaways from…
News  |  Sarah Ulmer  • 
November 7, 2019

Gunn will still be Speaker – Jason White will be new Pro Tem

House GOP Caucus re-ups on Philip Gunn as speaker. White expected to serve as pro tem In a proforma vote, the state House Republican Caucus on Thursday unanimously chose Rep. Philip Gunn, R-Clinton, as speaker for another four years. The official House vote on Gunn’s continued speakership will be in January when the Legislature convenes, but…