We asked the candidates to share their views on several issues such as infrastructure, police funding, public education and more. Here’s what they said:
Politics
This heated GOP primary is drawing little out-of-state cash
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A Mississippi Today analysis shows in-state donations dominating the 3rd congressional district Republican primary.
How much money have candidates raised in race to replace Rep. Gregg Harper?
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Six Republicans and two Democrats are running for Harper’s congressional seat
Mississippi Roundup
Mississippi congressman and colonel promoted to brigadier general
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Major General Janson D. Boyles, the adjutant general of Mississippi, announces the promotion of Col. Trent Kelly to brigadier general. The ceremony will be Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018 at the Mississippi National Guard Joint Force Headquarters in Jackson. Kelly, 51, currently represents Mississippi’s 1st Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
No debate on tax bill among Mississippi’s GOP congressmen
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State Republicans see benefits for overall economy; Democrat Thompson blasts it as effort to reward the rich
Rep. Trent Kelly on team targeted by shooter
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Kelly appeared to be the shooter’s first target. Later he tweeted,”I am safe. We continue to pray for my colleagues and their families.”
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Republican sweep in Mississippi, again
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Presidential, congressional races hold little surprise in Mississippi; Kitchens wins expensive Supreme Court race