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October 23, 2017

Mississippi NAACP head Johnson named president of national organization

NAACP names new leader for more active future WASHINGTON (AP) – The NAACP has decided to hire its interim leader, Derrick Johnson, as its 19th president and CEO…. …In an interview with The Associated Press, Johnson said the NAACP will be much more politically active in the coming years. He has served as interim leader…
News  |  Magnolia Tribune  • 
October 23, 2017

Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes considering #MS04 run to challenge @CongPalazzo

Hewes ‘strongly considering’ primary challenge of Palazzo Republican Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes III is “strongly considering” a challenge of U.S. Rep. Steven Palazzo in the 4th Congressional District race next year, sources close to the mayor said. Clarion Ledger 10/20/17