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March 3, 2009

CL – Editorial on the Spending Bill Vote

Earmarks: No to big spending, except … Ironically, while U.S. Sens. Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker, both Republicans, voted against the president’s stimulus package saying it was too much government spending, they are supporting the $410 billion omnibus budget and have earmarks included. Ironically, Democratic 1st District U.S. Rep. Travis Childers, who supported the stimulus,…
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March 3, 2009

Eric Stringfellow calls on Frank Melton to leave office . . . again

It’s clear Melton isn’t going to jail, but he should leave office This should really be a short discussion. Another trial would be a waste of time and money. After an acquittal in state court and last week’s mistrial in U.S. District Court, it’s time to accept the reality that Melton will not be convicted…