The Other Side Podcast
Ep. 78: What to expect in the 2019 governor’s race
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Mississippi Today reporters break down the biggest storylines ahead of the long awaited 2019 governor’s race between Jim Hood and Tate Reeves.
Election 2019
At Trump rally in Tupelo, impeachment inquiry steals spotlight from Tate Reeves, governor’s race
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Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves stood shoulder to shoulder with the president a the northeast Mississippi rally, a key region in Tuesday’s general election. Attorney General Jim Hood, also in Tupelo, has had voter support in the region in the past and said Friday, “I think they will stick with me.”
2019 Attorney General Candidates
Attorney general candidates Lynn Fitch, Jennifer Riley Collins battle for a spot in the history books
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Whomever voters pick to serve as the state’s chief legal officer and advisor on both civil and criminal matters will make history. The race also marks just the third time in Mississippi that two women are major party nominees for the same statewide office.
2019 Lieutenant Governor Candidates
Hosemann and Hughes seek most powerful office in Mississippi – lieutenant governor
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The lieutenant governor position’s broad definition in the state Constitution gives it legitimate power in both the executive and legislative branches of government.
The Other Side Podcast
Jim Hood discusses campaign strategy, Tate Reeves and working across the aisle
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Jim Hood, the Democratic nominee for governor, discusses his campaign and running against Republican nominee Tate Reeves.
Election 2019
Company that put wrong election date on Jackson billboards to make amends with additional GOTV ads
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Vote.org: “It is our mission to give voters access to accurate, helpful information to get out and vote.”
Education
‘He had to have known he was interested’: Ole Miss chancellor applicants question Boyce’s actions, agenda as search consultant
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Mississippi Today obtained a copy of the consulting contract that paid Glenn Boyce, the recently named University of Mississippi chancellor, almost $90,000 earlier this year to create a profile of the perfect candidate to lead the state’s flagship university
The Other Side Podcast
Ep. 76: What to watch for with 15 days to the governor’s race
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What are the biggest storylines ahead of the 2019 governor’s race between heavyweights Jim Hood and Tate Reeves?
Politics
The next governor will appoint at least four IHL trustees. Where do candidates Reeves and Hood stand?
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Mississippi’s next governor will appoint four new IHL board members in 2021. The Nov. 5 general election winner could, theoretically, appoint all 12 members of the board if re-elected to a second term.
The Other Side Podcast
What can Ole Miss learn from the University of South Carolina president search?
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Andy Shain, Columbia bureau chief for the Post and Courier newspaper, talks about the president search drama at the University of South Carolina.
Election 2019
In fiery first debate, Jim Hood and Tate Reeves weave in policy proposals, but personal attacks take center stage
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Hood said he believes the state flag should “unite the state,” but would leave the debate to the Legislature. Reeves said voters should decide, adding that public universities should fly the state flag.
Ole Miss Chancellor Search
Ole Miss Foundation, College Board gridlocked over $500K of new Chancellor Glenn Boyce’s salary
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Members of the foundation that pays a hefty portion of the chancellor’s salary signal a standoff with the IHL board and weigh the heavy consequences of breaking the precedent.
Government
‘Immeasurable harm to our institution and its reputation’: University of Mississippi faculty fume over chancellor hire
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More than a dozen faculty members with leadership roles or long tenures contacted by Mississippi Today agreed that their biggest frustration is from the lack of transparency displayed by the IHL board, but some are questioning the qualifications of the pick.
Boyce, controversial pick for Ole Miss chancellor, addresses diversity, the Confederate monument, athletics and being an IHL pawn
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Dr. Glenn Boyce’s appointment to lead the University of Mississippi roiled students, faculty and alumni. In a one-on-one interview with Mississippi Today, Boyce addressed key challenges facing the school and beginning the process of unification
The Other Side Podcast
What does the Trump endorsement of Tate Reeves mean for November?
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Mississippi Today’s political reporters discuss what President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Tate Reeves means for the tight race for governor.