Category: Elections
Judicial Races Turn Ugly With Push Polls
According to the Clarion-Ledger, Attorney General Jim Hood is investigating several “push polls,” political smears that masquerade as telephone opinion polls, targeting Mississippi Supreme Court candidates. Third-party organizations have conducted push polls on Justice Chuck Easley, Justice Oliver Diaz and Crystal Springs laywer Jim Kitchens, who is vying for Chief Justice Jim Smith’s seat.
Posted by Ward Schaefer at 02:00 PM on 09/23/08. Discuss (3)
Partisan Flap Over Timing of Special Election
The Daily Journal is reporting that Barbour says the special election to replace Lott should be next Election Day (the same day as the presidential election), and the state’s Dems want it to be within 90 days, presumably so Barbour’s choice doesn’t serve any longer than (inevitably) he has to. We’re not sure the state’s beleaguered Dems are being smart on this one: Can they turn out enough voters in a special election to win a statewide election? They might just need the help of a national turnout to have a snowball’s chance in Gulfport of winning this one. Of course we’ve been wrong before (but seldom about the state’s Democrats).
Here’s what Jere Nash has to say about the scuffle:
Posted by ladd at 01:43 PM on 11/28/07. Discuss (3)
Blogger Launches ‘We Want Mike Moore’ Campaign for Lott’s Seat
John Leek of the Cottonmouth Blog has sent out a statement announcing the We Want Mike Moore campaign to get former Attorney General Mike Moorehe of anti-tobacco company fame and corporate Republican hatredחto run for Sen. Trent Lott’s soon-to-be-open seat. Here is the e-mail in its entirety:
Dear Progressives,
I hope that you are fully aware of the opportunity we have in this retirement by Senator Trent Lott.
This open seat is our chance to elevate someone who will stand up for Mississippians of all races and economic groups. We have a chance to encourage and elect someone who will stand up for consumers’ rights and work tirelessly for insurance reform at the national level.
That person is former Attorney General Mike Moore.
He’s stated that he’s considering running so let’s make that decision easier by showing that he has grassroots support statewide by sharing this release and by going to WeWantMikeMoore.com and signing a petition showing our support.
If he runs, he can win and that would be a win for all of us.
The press release is attached and follows.
- John Leek / http://www.COTTONMOUTHblog.com / http://www.WeWantMikeMoore.com / Mississippi
Posted by ladd at 11:00 AM on 11/28/07. Discuss (4)
Who Wants Lott’s Seat? Everyone’s Got An Opinion.
The names are coming in. Rep. Roger Wicker, R., registered his domain name (hat tip to Will Bardwell before Lott finished announcing his retirement. General sentiment is that retiring Congressman Chip Pickering is the odds-on choice. Today The Clarion-Ledgerpiled on a list of “former” Democratic names who might want to run: former Attorney General Mike Moore, former Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson, about-to-be former Rep. Erik Fleming (a JFP blogger-columnist), former Gov. Ronnie Musgrove, former Rep. Mike Espy.
Just when you thought election madness had settled down a bit .... (And we can’t wait to see THESE campaign ads.)
Oh, and to Bardwell, gotta LOVE the “R-Citizens Council” after Wicker’s name. Snicker.
Posted by ladd at 10:00 AM on 11/28/07. Discuss (2)
Trent Lott to Resign by End of Year
Mississippi Sen. Trent Lott is stepping down, as predicted by political-watchers. He’ll be out at the end of the session, to be temporarily replaced by Gov. Haley Barbour, followed by a special election.
Posted by ladd at 08:43 AM on 11/26/07. Discuss (0)
[JFP] Where are the election-night ‘victory’ parties?
We’ll post ‘em here as we hear about them:
Haley Barbour, R, governor, and most other Republicans - Jackson Marriott: 200 East Amite Street, Windsor Rooms (Mezzanine level)
John Eaves, D, governor - Old Capitol Inn
Jamie Franks, D, lt. governor - Edison Walthall
Jim Hood, D, attorney general - Edison Walthall
Rickey Cole, D, agriculture commissioner - Edison Wathall Hotel, 225 East Capitol Street
Rob Smith, D, secretary of state - Rob Smith Real Estate Office, Highway 49, Richland
Mike Sumrall, D, state auditor - Holiday Inn Express (High Street)
Gary Anderson, D, insurance commissioner—Schimmels
Posted by ladd at 06:03 PM on 11/04/07. Discuss (0)
[Speech] Mabus: Republicans Bad for Mississippi’s Health
Following is the verbatim transcript of the speech Gov. Ray Mabus gave at the Jefferson Jackson Hamer Day Dinner on Oct. 27, 2007:
Mabus: Just like cigarettes are bad for health, REPUBLICANS are bad for Mississippis Health. We let ourselves get distracted and divided. DonҒt go after each other, save the fight for the real opponents, the REPUBLICANS. There is no reason why a party like the DEMOCRATS, shouldnt win every time. We are a party that puts Education first. We are a party that provides affordable Health Care for all kids and all Mississippians. We are a party that believes we are all one state, and we do better when we are United, than when we play the race card that divides us. We are a party who believes that everybody should follow the rules, and the rich and powerful should not be exempt. We are a party that believes our kids should be given the tools and opportunities for success, that where you are born, does not determine your destiny. We are a party that thinks we should tax cigarettes more and groceries less.
Posted by ladd at 05:54 PM on 11/04/07. Discuss (0)
[JFP] JFP Rescinds Endorsement of Democrat David Blount
Posted by ladd at 10:10 AM on 11/02/07. Discuss (1)
[JFP] Analyses of 2007 Candidates and Issues
From the Jackson Free Press:
Mr. Washington Comes to Mississippi
Haley’s Shadow Money
Lt. Gov Debate Highlights Party Loyalties
The Politics of Voter ID
The Reality of Tort Reform
Election 2007: Major RacesHurricane Recovery - Barbour Style
A Recovery for the Rich?
Posted by ladd at 01:56 PM on 11/01/07. Discuss (2)
[JFP] Transcripts of JFP Interviews with 2007 Candidates
JFP Interviews:
John Arthur Eaves (D, candidate for governor)
Jamie Franks (D, candidate for lt. governor)
Attorney General Jim Hood (D, incumbent)
Mike Chaney (R, candidate for insurance commissioner)
Gary Anderson (D, candidate for insurance commissioner)
Posted by ladd at 01:34 PM on 11/01/07. Discuss (0)
[JFP] 2007 Endorsements
Attorney General: Jim Hood
State Auditor: Mike Sumrall
Insurance Commissioner: Gary Anderson
Public Service Commissioner: Lynn Posey
Secretary of State: Rob Smith
Agriculture Commissioner: Rickey Cole
Hinds County Supervisor, District 1: Robert Graham
Senate, District 29: David Blount
House, District 66: Cecil Brown
House, District 71: John Reeves
Click here to find out why the Jackson Free Press did not endorse candidates in the governor or lieutenant governor races.
Posted by ladd at 05:04 AM on 11/01/07. Discuss (0)
[Rumor] Are Barbour and Eaves Neck-in-Neck?
A major rumor in the Capitol City this week is that John Arthur Eaves is polling 50-50 with Haley Barbourin polls conducted by the governor.
It’s not an impossible feat, contrary to some beliefs; Barbour only defeated Ronnie Musgrove four years ago with 52.59 percent of vote. And Eaves has certainly emerged as the more religious conservative of the campaign this year.
Posted by ladd at 05:12 PM on 10/31/07. Discuss (0)
[Jackpedia] Tired of Campaign Signs?
Yeah, we are, too--especially the ones that break all the rules, and really especially the ones left over from the primaries. Read up on the sign laws for Jackson, Flowood, Madison and Hinds counties over on Jackpedia.
Posted by ladd at 10:47 AM on 10/31/07. Discuss (0)
[M-P]Phil Bryant announces Accountability Agenda
Phil Bryant presented what he called an ”accountability agenda” on Wednesday that outlined his plans should he be elected Lt. Governor. The outline includes his approach to illegal immigration, crime and education.
Posted by kate at 11:56 AM on 06/29/07. Discuss (3)
[M-P]State Election Board supports voter ID requirement
The official state Election Board voted yesterday to require some form of voter identification at the polls. The vote occurred at an Elections Board meeting where the three members of the board were all present - Attorney General Jim Hood, Secretary of State Eric Clark, and Governor Haley Barbour. The Election Board said the federal court order can be implemented before next year’s elections.
Posted by kate at 11:30 AM on 06/29/07. Discuss (0)
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