[JFP] JFP Rescinds Endorsement of Democrat David Blount
Posted by ladd at 10:10 AM in Democrats, Legislature, Immigration, JFP, Elections, Race Relations | Email this entry
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Here’s a verbatim message Blount is sending around:
Sid Salter on Senate District 29 and Richard White’s Last-Minute Claims on Education
Dear Friends:
It’s the weekend before the election and the campaign is in its final push. I did want to share with you two late-breaking pieces of news.
First, noted Clarion-Ledger columnist Sid Salter has weighed in on our race. Here’s what Sid wrote:
“District 29 State Sen. Richard White is one of those back-bench, do-nothing state legislators who provides very little leadership. He’s a follower, not a leader. His legislative record is one of the more invisible among the 52 state senators, because he rarely take a leading role on any issue.
Democrat David Blount, on the other hand, is a young man of the highest integrity, the highest intellect and who will provide courageous leadership. He’s not a politician, he’s a public servant and given the chance, he can bring exciting new leadership to the people of South Jackson.
White’s been hanging on to his seat by his political toe nails for too long. It’s time to give a young man a chance to do better. David Blount is the best choice in District 29.”
You can view the article here:
http://www.clarionledger.com/misc/blogs/ssalter/2007/11/sen-district-29-david-blount-deserves.html
Second:
Richard White’s campaign has sent out a mail piece claiming that he has always supported education. The piece includes a letter signed by Past President of Jackson Public Schools Ann Jones that went to all Jackson area legislators.
Don’t be misled by Richard White’s campaign including a letter from Ms. Jones. I talked to Ms. Jones yesterday. This is what she said:
“I have been involved in public education issues in Jackson for many years, as a parent, a PTA leader, a school board member, a taxpayer, and a general supporter.
I have had the pleasure of working with David Blount on education issues and know him very well. He has demonstrated his unwavering commitment to public education and has proven his leadership on education issues not just for the Jackson Public Schools but for all of public education in Mississippi.
Most of us already know that David Blount is a genuine education candidate for State Senate and will have a positive influence on public education issues.”
The piece makes one outrageous claim that is not supported by the facts:
“Richard White has voted to fully fund education. In fact, when the measure has reached the Senate floor, he has always voted to fully fund education.”
This is not accurate. Senate Votes on MAEP:
Senate Bill No. 2604 (2006 Legislative session) - Richard White Voted No;
House Bill No. 1646 (2005 Legislative session) - Richard White Voted No;
House Bill No. 1696 (2004 Legislative session) - Richard White Voted No;
Or, you can watch the video here:
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=7170125315343932337
Thank you again for your interest in our campaign. We have the momentum and will be working hard until the polls close Tuesday. If you want to help, please drop a note.
Sincerely,
David
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