Podcasts about mississippi senate

The Mississippi Senate passes a $326 million tax cut bill that lowers income and grocery taxes and raises the gasoline tax.Then, today is the deadline for two universities to submit proposals that will determine the future of a prestigious, public high school in Mississippi.Plus, The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management wants old oil wells in the Gulf cleaned up. But some states have sued, saying it will crush independent oil companies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mississippi lawmakers are working to create a working relationship between the state and Israel.Then, The Mississippi Senate tackles court-ordered redistricting that could see incumbents running against each other. Plus, we speak with an author about what it was like growing up the child of a civil rights icon Bob Moses, and how he's continuing his father's legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mississippi Senate is set to confirm Dr. Lance Evans as the next State Superintendent of Education. Then from the Gulf States Newsroom, formerly incarcerated people and their loved ones are learning how to get facetime with their state lawmakers and advocate for change.Plus, the solar eclipse is just a few days away, and astronomers say it will be years until another one passes near Mississippi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today is the last day the Mississippi Senate can take up a House bill that would transform how the state's public schools are funded. Then, from the Gulf States Newsroom, the debate continues over the rights of frozen embryos in Alabama. IVF treatments were temporarily halted and some worry the new law that allowed them to resume, may not be enough.Plus, it's National Public Health Week. Health officials are reminding Mississippians how a healthy life can change medical outcomes for the better. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mississippi Senate is expected to file legislation today that would grow the state's Medicaid benefits for the working poor. Then, advocates for the rights of black women in Mississippi are meeting with lawmakers, seeking better working conditions, higher wages, and quality health insurance. Plus, severe droughts have already caused delays in timber production in Mississippi, but a booming population of pine beetles could make those conditions worse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode, Chief Mark Ballard, Senator Bart Williams and Felicia Morris talk about the future of home security and collaboration with law enforcement to enhance public safety. Senator Bart Williams lives in Starkville MS and is married to Cynthia Jackson Williams. He has two daughters, Gracieann, and Emily. He graduated Mississippi State University in 1989 with a degree in Industrial Technology and began his career as an Industrial Engineer in 1989. In 1993 Bart started his business out of his house & after 5 years he left his Engineering career to run his company, Security Solutions & Communications full time. Security Solutions is currently in its 30th year. The company has been serving North Mississippi since 1993. Bart was elected to and began serving in the Mississippi Senate in October 2020. Edited by: Felicia Morris Produced by: Madison Audo

The Mississippi Senate votes not to confirm the State Board of Education's appointment for Superintendent...and Black members say race is a factor.Then, a former president of the state medical association breaks down new legislation that provides hospital grants.Plus, a friend of author Harper Lee reflects on their time together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host: Kevin Smith Dives into the weekly news most impactful to the HeartlandHEADLINESSAPA SAPs defeated in court The Hill - https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/3889702-missouri-gun-law-ruled-unconstitutional/CNN - https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/07/politics/missouri-gun-law-unconstitutional/index.htmlMissouri Democrats block vote on transgender care ban, force MO Senate to adjourn earlyThe Kansas City Star - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article272861995.html#storylink=cpyOhmaha World Hearald - https://omaha.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/nebraska-legislatures-floor-action-brought-to-screeching-halt-by-one-omaha-lawmaker/article_8f69c47e-b925-11ed-ae25-7b96b6d7706c.htmlLIGHTNING ROUNDMississippi,The Mississippi Senate gave final approval Last Thursday to a bill to restrict electric car manufacturers from opening new brick-and-mortar dealerships.AP - https://apnews.com/article/mississippi-electric-cars-sales-tesla-31c06e7ecb9693f15bc578623b56fd9cIllinois,Marijuana Makes BankBelleville News Democrat - https://www.bnd.com/news/state/illinois/article272794900.htmlKSDK - https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/missouri-marijuana-sales-first-month/63-e97492b3-dba1-473f-905c-777e3e15bbf6Kansas,Keystone ConcernsNPR - https://news.google.com/articles/CBMigAFodHRwczovL3d3dy5rY3VyLm9yZy9uZXdzLzIwMjMtMDMtMDgvZmVkcy1zbGFwLXJlc3RyaWN0aW9ucy1vbi1tb3JlLXRoYW4tMS0wMDAtbWlsZXMtb2Yta2V5c3RvbmUtcGlwZWxpbmUtYWZ0ZXIta2Fuc2FzLW9pbC1zcGlsbNIBAA?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3AenKansas property taxes fixesKSNT - https://www.ksnt.com/capitol-bureau/kansas-lawmakers-fight-to-lift-heavy-property-tax-burden/Arizona,Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes a waste of timeArizona's Family - https://www.azfamily.com/2023/03/09/gov-hobbs-vetoes-bill-banning-critical-race-theory-arizona-schools/No Labels in AZArizona's Family - https://www.azfamily.com/2023/03/09/political-party-no-labels-gains-arizona-2024-ballot-spot-could-play-spoiler/Wisconsin,Anti Vax GOPWisconsin Public Radio - https://www.wpr.org/republican-lawmakers-prepare-block-updates-wisconsin-childhood-vaccine-rulesMichigan,Civil rights protections to the LGBTQ communityThe Hill - https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3890450-michigan-passes-bill-giving-civil-rights-protections-to-lgbtq-people/LastlyWhite supremacy on the rise.Axios - https://www.axios.com/2023/03/09/white-supremacist-propaganda-record-2022

Host: Kevin Smith Dives into the weekly news most impactful to the HeartlandHEADLINESSAPA SAPs defeated in court The Hill - https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/3889702-missouri-gun-law-ruled-unconstitutional/CNN - https://www.cnn.com/2023/03/07/politics/missouri-gun-law-unconstitutional/index.htmlMissouri Democrats block vote on transgender care ban, force MO Senate to adjourn earlyThe Kansas City Star - https://www.kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article272861995.html#storylink=cpyOhmaha World Hearald - https://omaha.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/nebraska-legislatures-floor-action-brought-to-screeching-halt-by-one-omaha-lawmaker/article_8f69c47e-b925-11ed-ae25-7b96b6d7706c.htmlLIGHTNING ROUNDMississippi,The Mississippi Senate gave final approval Last Thursday to a bill to restrict electric car manufacturers from opening new brick-and-mortar dealerships.AP - https://apnews.com/article/mississippi-electric-cars-sales-tesla-31c06e7ecb9693f15bc578623b56fd9cIllinois,Marijuana Makes BankBelleville News Democrat - https://www.bnd.com/news/state/illinois/article272794900.htmlKSDK - https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/missouri-marijuana-sales-first-month/63-e97492b3-dba1-473f-905c-777e3e15bbf6Kansas,Keystone ConcernsNPR - https://news.google.com/articles/CBMigAFodHRwczovL3d3dy5rY3VyLm9yZy9uZXdzLzIwMjMtMDMtMDgvZmVkcy1zbGFwLXJlc3RyaWN0aW9ucy1vbi1tb3JlLXRoYW4tMS0wMDAtbWlsZXMtb2Yta2V5c3RvbmUtcGlwZWxpbmUtYWZ0ZXIta2Fuc2FzLW9pbC1zcGlsbNIBAA?hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US%3AenKansas property taxes fixesKSNT - https://www.ksnt.com/capitol-bureau/kansas-lawmakers-fight-to-lift-heavy-property-tax-burden/Arizona,Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes a waste of timeArizona's Family - https://www.azfamily.com/2023/03/09/gov-hobbs-vetoes-bill-banning-critical-race-theory-arizona-schools/No Labels in AZArizona's Family - https://www.azfamily.com/2023/03/09/political-party-no-labels-gains-arizona-2024-ballot-spot-could-play-spoiler/Wisconsin,Anti Vax GOPWisconsin Public Radio - https://www.wpr.org/republican-lawmakers-prepare-block-updates-wisconsin-childhood-vaccine-rulesMichigan,Civil rights protections to the LGBTQ communityThe Hill - https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/3890450-michigan-passes-bill-giving-civil-rights-protections-to-lgbtq-people/LastlyWhite supremacy on the rise.Axios - https://www.axios.com/2023/03/09/white-supremacist-propaganda-record-2022

The Mississippi Senate is once again advancing legislation to extend postpartum Medicaid coverage. A leading Mississippi pediatrician hopes the House will give it a vote.Then, new podcast focuses on a reform school for Black children in Alabama where children faced abuse and hard labor.Plus, a look at the Laurel-Jones Black History Museum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mississippi Senate advances legislation to allow more collaboration between community hospitals.The, the former state health officer breaks down a increasing threat in pre-natal care.Plus, February is American Heart Health month. We talk to a cardiologist about the signs of heart disease. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mississippi Senate's study group on women, children and families examines childcare access.Then, ongoing water problems in Jackson also mean problems for the suburbs that get their water from the capital city. We look at one town's search for a solution.And, this week's History is Lunch takes us back to the Battle of Jackson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join America's Roundtable co-hosts Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy for a conversation with Dana McLean, state representative of the Mississippi House of Representatives focusing on the principled efforts of state legislatures including the Mississippi House of Representatives and Senate passing resolutions barring any business between state entities and Russia. State Representative Dana McLean led the efforts with her colleagues in passing Resolution 77 that condemned Putin's Russia for the invasion of Ukraine. According to published reports, "The House passed House Concurrent Resolution 77 which condemns the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The Mississippi Senate also unanimously passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 563 condemning the invasion of Ukraine and calling for the state to immediately cut all ties with Russia." The discussion will also raise the importance of applying secondary sanctions which have been advocated through the leadership of U.S. Senators Jim Risch and Pat Toomey and supported by 37 Republican senators. Concerns are raised as the media war funded by Vladimir Putin's Russia and his cronies influence the fringes of the Western world, thus allowing certain platforms to prop-up a tyrant and whitewash his actions in subjugating the people of a sovereign state in the heart of Europe. The conversation will also review President Joe Biden's visit to Brussels and concerns about the perceived weak American leadership exhibited during the course of the past year leading to an unstable world with America's adversaries stoking the flames of greater chaos in strategic geographic locations. Dana McLean is a member of the Florida Bar and an entrepreneur in the real estate industry. She serves on the Agriculture, Colleges and Universities, Constitution, Judiciary B, Public Health, and Workforce Development committees in the Mississippi House of Representatives. https://ileaderssummit.org/services/americas-roundtable-radio/ https://ileaderssummit.org/ | https://jerusalemleaderssummit.com/ America's Roundtable on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/americas-roundtable/id1518878472 Twitter: @supertalk @ileaderssummit @NatashaSrdoc @JoelAnandUSA America's Roundtable is co-hosted by Natasha Srdoc and Joel Anand Samy, co-founders of International Leaders Summit and the Jerusalem Leaders Summit. America's Roundtable radio program - a strategic initiative of International Leaders Summit, focuses on America's economy, healthcare reform, rule of law, security and trade, and its strategic partnership with rule of law nations around the world. The radio program features high-ranking US administration officials, cabinet members, members of Congress, state government officials, distinguished diplomats, business and media leaders and influential thinkers from around the world. America's Roundtable is aired by Lanser Broadcasting Corporation on 96.5 FM and 98.9 FM, covering Michigan's major market, SuperTalk Mississippi Media's 12 radio stations and 50 affiliates reaching every county in Mississippi and also heard in parts of the neighboring states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, and through podcast on Apple Podcasts and other key online platforms.

Mississippi Today's political team discusses what happened in the Mississippi Senate on Jan. 21. In an unprecedented move, every Black senator walked out of the chamber as their white colleagues voted on a bill to purportedly ban critical race theory.

"Today we are at French Camp, Mississippi on our journey up the Natchez Trace Parkway from Natchez to Nashville. "The French Canadian, Lewis LeFleur, established the stand of French Camp along the old Natchez Trace in 1812. He married Rebecca Cravat, a French-Choctaw woman. Their son, Greenwood LeFlore, became a District Chief of the Choctaw Indians, and in the fall of 1830 was principal negotiator at the Treaty of Dancing Rabbit Creek where the last of the Choctaw lands were traded away to the United States. In this treaty the Choctaw were given three years in which to leave Mississippi, but any Choctaw who would agree to submit to the white man's law could stay and receive 640 acres of land -- at least that was in principle, but in practice land agents made it very difficult for the Indians to stay and claim their land. LeFlore on the other hand was granted 2,500 acres of land for his role in the negotiations and others who negotiated for the Choctaw received similar rewards. "LeFlore became a wealthy plantation owner near the city of Greenwood, Mississippi which was named for him. The county too was named for him, LeFlore, county. He built a beautiful antebellum mansion there, Malmaison, and served as a member of the Mississippi Senate. "Join us next time when we'll travel on up the parkway and visit Jeff Busby Park. I'm Frank Thomas, your guide along the Natchez Trace, a road through the wilderness." For more about Natchez Trace: A Road Through the Wilderness, visit eddieandfrank.com

Just imagine. At a time in history that wildlife resources and hunters need more not less, what could YOUR State Department of Natural Resources and Statewide Conservation Organizations do with FIFTY TO SIXTY MILLION DOLLARS?! OR MORE?! Acquire more public hunting land? Improve existing public-use properties for hunters (and non-hunters)?  Better wildlife habitat management? More and better places for you and future generations to hunt, fish, and just enjoy the great outdoors?!  Forever. And what if this could be done without tax increases? It can. MS HB 1231 Mississippi Outdoors Stewardship Trust Fund was modeled after a similar program in Georgia and elsewhere that diverts a very small percentage of existing state taxes into a conservation fund that can then be leveraged with existing federal dollars to put 3-4x that value on the ground. Right now! Not later!  Listen to this episode. Hear James Cummins (Wildlife Mississippi), Ed Penny (Ducks Unlimited), and Alex Littlejohn (Nature Conservancy) explain the enormous wildlife conservation advantages to Mississippi - and possibly to your own home state. And then ask yourself, why would person or persons gut this bill on the Mississippi Senate floor? Ask yourself as a Mississippian, how can you ensure this bill becomes reality? And if you live elsewhere in the US, does your state have a similar program? If not - why not?! You're not political, huh? If you hunt, fish or own guns, you'd damned well better be! But trust me, you'll enjoy this dynamite episode regardless!   Related Links MS HB 1231 Mississippi Outdoors Stewardship Trust Fund Wildlife Mississippi Ducks Unlimited Mississippi Nature Conservancy   Check out GetDucks caps, tees, hoodies and more at our new GetDucks Shop! Enjoying Duck Season Somewhere podcast? Please rate and comment, and tell your hunting buddies about your favorite episodes!   Episode Sponsors: BOSS Shotshells Benelli Shotguns Kanati Waterfowl Taxidermy GunDog Outdoors Mojo Outdoors GetDucks USHuntList   It's always duck season somewhere, all 365 days per year, and Ramsey Russell chases them everywhere, year-round. Follow Ramsey's real duck hunting adventures: Instagram @ramseyrussellgetducks YouTube @GetDucks Facebook @GetDucks.com

The Governor roll backs restrictions on mask wearing and gatherings while advocating vaccinations.Then, the long-promised teacher pay raise sits in legislative limbo. We look at how and if the raise will come this year.Plus, after a Southern Remedy Health Minute, we examine how yesterday's Supreme Court hearing could affect voting rights in Mississippi. Segment 1:Mississippians will no longer be required to wear a mask in public. Yesterday, Governor Tate Reeves announced he is rolling back many of restrictions designed to combat transmission of the coronavirus. Reeves said with a steep decline in hospitalizations and deaths, it is time for Mississippi to open up.While government orders requiring masks and limiting gatherings are going away, public health guidance still places heavy reliance on those mitigation strategies. State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs is strongly encouraging those who have not yet been vaccinated to continue safe practices.Segment 2:For the second year in a row, members of the Mississippi Senate are including a teacher pay raise on their list of top priorities. This session, the Senate passed a stand-alone bill that included a raise and lifted the salary floor for new teachers. That bill had until yesterday to clear House committees. MPB's Ashley Norwood caught up with Senate Education Chair Dennis Debar on Deadline Day.Segment 3:Southern Remedy Health MinuteSegment 4:A recent Supreme Court hearing could go a long way in deciding how new voting restrictions will be judged under the 1965 Voting Rights Act. The high court heard arguments in Brnovich v. Democratic National Committee yesterday. Following the last year's general election, Republican-controlled state legislatures across the country are offering up new voting laws that could limit the ability to vote and create additional barriers to the ballot box. Ezra Rosenberg, co-director of the Voting Rights Project, shares more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The mayor of the Capital city assesses the city's infrastructure and water challenges following a week-long winter storm.Then, vaccine hesitancy continues to be prominent within the Black community - including health care workers.Plus, the Society of Archivists responds to a bill designed to restructure of the board of Archives and History.Segment 1:Parts of Mississippi are still under a boil water advisory nearly a week since the winter storm started. Temperatures in much of the state rose well above freezing over the weekend, allowing much of the accumulated ice to melt. But in the state's capital city, crews are working to restore water, and deliver bottled water to the city's most vulnerable. Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba says the city was not built to sustain an event like last week's storm. He shares more with our Becca Schimmel.Segment 2:While many people are clamoring to get a coronavirus vaccine, some are choosing not to get it right now. Vaccine hesitancy appears to be happening more within the Black community AND among Black health care workers. Shalina Chatlani with the Gulf States Newsroom, talked with Black women in the health care field about what's guiding their choices.Segment 3:Quietly last week, the Mississippi Senate passed SB 2727 - a bill proposing a restructuring of the board of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History. Founded in 1902, MDAH is the second-oldest agency of its kind. As currently designed, new board members are nominated from within the existing board, and then confirmed by the Senate. According to the bill, board members will become political appointees of the Governor and Lt. Governor. Some, like the Society of Mississippi Archivists, see this as a move to politicize a traditionally non-partisan agency. Jessica Perkins Smith is President of the Society. She fears the the change would jeopardize how the agency honestly shares the state's complex history. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A winter storm brings ice and snow to the Magnolia State. We look at the forecast and the conditions on Mississippi's roads Then, Dr. Fauci joins Mississippi health officials and Tougaloo College to discuss vaccine access in the state's Black communities.Plus, the Human Rights Campaign responds to recent legislation.Segment 1:Much of the state is experiencing sub-freezing temperatures this morning which are likely to linger for the next 48 hours. The low temperatures are part of a massive winter storm that is expected to bring more rain, sleet, snow and ice accumulations throughout the day. For latest on the wintry conditions we are joined by Nicholas Fenner of the National Weather Service in Jackson.Segment 2:The winter storm is creating hazardous road conditions throughout the state. The Mississippi Department of Transportation began treating roadways yesterday. But a number of delays occurred on the state's interstate highway system last night as a result icy roads. Jason Smith is Deputy Director of Public Affairs with MDOT. He shares more on Mississippi's motorways during this severe winter event.Segment 3:The majority of Mississippians say they are likely to get the coronavirus vaccine, but some are are still opposed to the shot. The Mississippi Department of Health has released preliminary data from an ongoing survey asking Mississippians their thoughts on the vaccines. The results show that 72 percent of survey participants are planning to be vaccinated, but half of Black residents surveyed say they are unsure or do not want to get the shot. During a virtual panel hosted by Tougaloo College, Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, talked about the impact of COVID-19 on minorities in Mississippi.Segment 4:Advocates for the LGBTQ community are expressing outrage over a bill passed by the Mississippi Senate. The measure bans transgender female students from playing girls' and women's sports in public schools and universities. Senate Bill 2536, authored by Republican Angela Hill also states all team members must be of the same biological sex. Rob Hill - no relation - is with the Human Rights Campaign, an LGBTQ advocacy group. He says the legislation is a cookie-cutter bill being used across the country by extremist groups. He tells our Desare Frazier, the bill propagates a false narrative. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Friday, February 12, 2021 - An apology from RZIM...the Mississippi Senate votes to ban transgender athletes from competing in girls' or women's sports...and an Alabama death row reprieve.

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Final Debates and Final Votes from the floor of the Mississippi Senate - 6/28/20 HB1796 Passes.

The Tennessee and Mississippi Senate both pass pro-life legislation banning abortions based on sex, race, or disabilities, giving the partisans of abortion two options: Either embrace the pro-life ethic or defend racism and eugenics. Guess which one they chose! Then, the youngest surviving preemie in the world goes home with his parents, healthy and thriving. This forces pro-abortion advocates to answer some very difficult questions. We will give you those questions and expose the eugenics, sexism, and racism of the pro-choice movement!Date: 06/29/20To help UnAborted create more pro-life content and take our content to the streets, become a Patron of the show at https://www.patreon.com/unabortedTo help Seth reach more high school and college students through pro-life presentations around the country, become a monthly supporter at https://prolifetraining.com/donate/

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Updates on the coronavirus in Mississippi.And, the House passes a new abortion bill.Then, after a Byte Size Tech, how to screen for and prevent colorectal cancer.Segment 1:After returning from a trip to Spain, Governor Tate Reeves addressed the people of Mississippi, and the growing concern over the novel coronavirus by issuing a State of Emergency Saturday.The Mississippi Department of Health has identified four new cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Two of those cases have been reported in Hinds County, with one case each in Copiah and Pearl River Counties. The new cases bring the state total to ten. There are other reported cases in Forrest and Leflore Counties. To date, the Mississippi Department of Health has tested some 90 patients for COVID-19.Segment 2:A bill to restrict abortions under certain circumstances is headed to the Mississippi Senate after House lawmakers passed the measure. House Bill 1295, referred to as the Life Equality Act, would ban abortions based on race, sex or genetic abnormalities unless there's a medical emergency. Republican Tracy Arnold of Booneville supported the bill. He tells our Desare Frazier abortion isn't restricted enough in Mississippi. Opponents of the bill, like Democrat Senator Barbara Blackmon of Canton, call it draconian. She believes this, like the other attempts to restrict abortion, will pass through the legislature only to get caught up in the courts.Segment 3:Byte Size TechSegment 4:March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. The second deadliest, cancer killer in the United States, colorectal cancer cases are too often the result of fear and avoidance of screening. Mississippi currently ranks 47th in the country for colorectal screening. Dr. Vonda Reeves, partner with GI Associates Endoscopy Center in Flowood, tells our Michael Guidry what that ranking means. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The new legislative year is underway. We check in with the Senate and hear some reflections from outgoing Governor Bryant.Then, the SPLC leads a coalition of advocates in urging the Department of Justice to investigate the Mississippi prison crisis. We talk to one of their lead attorneys.And, in a historic moment, Willie Simmons is sworn in as Transportation Commissioner.Segment 1:The Mississippi Senate commenced Tuesday at noon. After swearing in all 52 Senators, one of the first orders of business was to elect a new President Pro Tempore. Republican Senator Josh Harkins of Rankin introduced the nomination of Dean Kirby. Democrat Barbara Blackmon seconded the motion. Republican Senator Chassaniol also seconded the nomination. Dean Kirby was elected President Pro Tempore by acclamation.Senator Brice Wiggins, a Republican from Pascagoula, tells MPB's Desare Frazier that the first meeting of the new Senate body brought a refreshing energy that will be needed to move Mississippi forward.Governor Phil Bryant was also on hand at the Capital. He reflects on his eight years as governor with our Desare Frazier.Segment 2:The Southern Poverty Law Center is leading a coalition of reformers in a push to get the United States Justice Department to investigate the Mississippi prison crisis. Paloma Wu, a Senior Supervising Attorney with the SPLC, was one of many speakers during a rally outside the capitol Tuesday. She tells our Michael Guidry that the current crisis is decades in the making.Dora Wolfe of Terry has a son currently incarcerated at Parchman. She believes the current conditions are unsafe.Segment 3:Willie Simmons was sworn in as Central District Transportation Commissioner on Tuesday. The moment marks the first time an African-American has held that position. Mr. Simmons met with MPB's Kobee Vance during the ceremony. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 2020 Legislative session begins next week. We take a look at Lt. Governor elect Hosemann's agenda and how he's reaching out to members of the Senate.Then, Mississippi's poultry economy took a dip in 2019. What accounts for the drop in state's the chief agriculture industry.And, a yearly report assesses the quality of the Sonny Montgomery VA Hospital.Segment 1:Next week, Delbert Hoseman will be sworn in as 33rd Lt. Governor of Mississippi. Since the November election, Hosemann has been preparing for his new role leading the Mississippi Senate. He says that meeting with state agencies was a high priority. Hosemann also identifies the need for the new legislature to address the growing concerns over education. The first step for Hosemann in leading the Senate is meeting all of his colleagues and understanding their priorities and goals.Senator John Horhn, a Democrat from Jackson was pleasantly surprised during his meeting with Hosemann. He tells MPB's Ashley Norwood they share many common legislative issues.Segment 2:The Mississippi poultry industry accounts for nearly three billion dollars of the yearly Mississippi economy. But the industry did not perform as well in 2019 as it had in the past. Dr. Tom Tabler is a poultry scientist with the Mississippi State University Extension Center. He tells us that consumer concerns over antibiotics is changing the industry.Segment 3:The Sonny Montgomery Veteran's Medical Center in Jackson is working to provide more information about the quality of its care to compete with hospitals across the state. The center has added a link to its website called "Compare Your VA Facility." Veterans can see how the Jackson and Biloxi medical centers compare with other hospitals based on a yearly report that assesses the quality of care in a range of categories. Medical Center Director Dr. David Walker tells MPB's Desare Frazier that Sonny Montgomery is outperforming the community in a number of measures. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My opinion on the special race for Mississippi Senate District 50

In this episode of our special series for the 2019 political season, state reporter Ashton Pittman spoke with Senator Hillman Frazier, who is running for re-election in Mississippi’s 27th district, representing a large part of West Jackson and most of the Clinton area. Senator Frazier first entered the legislature as a member of the House in 1980; he’s been in the Mississippi Senate since 1993, where he’s the chairman of the Housing committee and vice-chair of Universities and Colleges; he also sits on the Appropriations, Judiciary A and Public Health and Welfare committees, among others. https://www.facebook.com/htfrazier/ http://jfp.ms/politics/

David Baria and his wife decided to move their family to Bay Saint Louis in the spring of 2004. In this episode, taken from his 2008 interview, he recalls their idyllic life on the Gulf Coast, prior to the arrival of Hurricane Katrina the following year. On August 28, 2005, people began fleeing the Gulf Coast area as Katrina approached. Baria remembers the challenges his family faced as they prepared for its arrival. After riding out the storm at his brother’s home, Baria, his brother and uncle rode down to Bay Saint Louis to survey the damage. It was then he realized their historic home, which had withstood many storms since 1875, had been completely wiped away. They quickly developed a plan to help survivors by setting up a distribution network of water, fuel, food, clothing, medicines and cleaning supplies and then got to work. Unfortunately, just ten days later, Baria’s son was hospitalized with a mysterious illness.  The child was in a coma for over a week before succumbing to what turned out to be rabies. The family was determined to remain on the Gulf Coast and rebuild their lives. Baria began attending meetings of local citizen groups concerned with such issues as insurance companies that refused to honor homeowner policies and proposed building codes. He explains how a perceived lack of leadership inspired him to run for the State Senate. David Baria served in the Mississippi Senate from 2008 to 2012 and is currently a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives from the 122nd district.

This week, we talk to Richard Melville! We discuss Paul Manafort’s fallout with the Mueller investigation, the turmoil on the Southern border, and Cindy Hyde-Smith’s win in the Mississippi Senate run-off election. During the interview, we dive into British politics, Brexit, and soccer’s diplomatic value! 

The Savages talk Grey’s Anatomy Star - Ellen Pompeo and her discussion about inclusivity in Hollywood and praise social media star, SupaCent, success in the makeup industry. Trump macing families at the border, Mississippi Senate runoff, and Black Millennials during the holidays.

The results of the Mississippi Senate runoff election were not surprising. The Republican won. The Democrat lost. It is a Republican state. But the fact that we were talking about Mississippi at all in the late stages of the 2018 election season was a surprise. It also brings up questions about political trends in the South, race, history and culture. There is even a Clinton angle! And the not-overwhelming victory of Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith over Democrat Mike Espy portends profound questions for both parties. Roll Call Senior Political Reporter Simone Pathe and Inside Elections Deputy Editor Leah Askarinam go deep about the Deep South in the latest Political Theater Podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Geraghty of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America are cautiously optimistic that at least some border wall funding could be coming in the lame duck spending bill.  They also applaud National Review's David French for blasting the media's perpetual outrage at President Trump, even as his administration carries out some actions and policies of the Obama administration, which the media adored.  And they enjoy the GOP win in the Mississippi Senate race while also slamming MSNBC host Nicolle Wallace for suggesting that nooses found on the state capitol grounds were a form of racial intimidation until her own guest explained Democrats put them there to protest Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.

On today's episode of Loud & Clear, Brian Becker and John Kiriakou are joined by Ahmed Rashid, a journalist and the best-selling author of “Pakistan on the Brink: The Future of America, Pakistan, and Afghanistan” and several books on Afghanistan and Central Asia, including “The Resurgence of Central Asia, Islam or Nationalism.”More than 17 years after US troops entered Afghanistan and overthrew the Taliban, that country is still in a state of disarray. In just the past 48 hours, at least 20 Afghan police officers were killed in a Taliban ambush, a US special forces officer was killed, three American soldiers were killed in a bomb blast, and the Afghan government announced that it may delay the upcoming presidential election. Tuesday’s weekly series is False Profits—A Weekly Look at Wall Street and Corporate Capitalism with Daniel Sankey. Financial policy analyst Daniel Sankey joins the show. A journalists group, Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, has filed a federal motion asking that all documents related to a pending indictment of Julian Assange in the Eastern District of Virginia be unsealed. Federal prosecutors oppose the motion and say that a recent leak that seemed to indicate that a secret indictment already exists, was inadvertent and should not be construed as confirmation. Judge Leonie Brinkema, who reserves all national security cases for herself, will make a decision. Brian and John speak with Suzie Dawson. She is an activist and the president of the Internet Party of New Zealand. The Guardian is reporting today that Paul Manafort held secret meetings with Julian Assange in the Ecuadorian Embassy in London in 2013, 2015, and 2016. Manafort calls the report “100 percent false” and Wikileaks said there is literally nothing true about it. Meanwhile, the Special Counsel’s office says that Manafort has violated the terms of his plea deal by continually lying to investigators and should be sentenced to prison immediately. Coleen Rowley, a former FBI special agent who in 2002 was named Time Magazine person of the year along with two other whistleblowers, and Daniel Lazare, a journalist and author of three books—“The Frozen Republic,” “The Velvet Coup,” and “America's Undeclared War,” joins the show. Nikki Haley, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, accused Russia on Monday of taking “outlaw actions” against Ukrainian ships in an incident at sea this weekend and vowed that sanctions punishing Russia’s annexation of Crimea would continue. Haley said, “outlaw actions like this one continue to make an improvement in US-Russia relation impossible... “The United States will maintain its Crimea-related sanctions against Russia. Indeed, further Russian escalation of this kind will only make matters worse.” Donald Trump’s comments however struck a different tone from Haley’s. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins Brian and John. The Mississippi Senate race will be decided in a runoff election today that pits former Congressman and Agriculture Secretary Mike Espy against incumbent Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith. Hyde-Smith has found herself at the center of controversy recently over her previous support of Confederate symbols and monuments. Espy is the strongest possible Democrat to challenge Hyde-Smith, but polls show that the Republicans will keep the seat. Ted Rall, an award-winning editorial cartoonist and columnist whose work is at www.rall.com, joins the show.

The U.S. briefly closed border entries in Tijuana and used tear gas on the protesters after several migrants began approaching the border fence. The president has defended their actions. Plus, the president heads to Mississippi to rally for the Republican facing a formidable Democratic opponent. This episode: White House correspondent Tamara Keith, White House correspondent Scott Horsley, and national political correspondent Mara Liasson. Email the show at nprpolitics@npr.org. Find and support your local public radio station at npr.org/stations.

David French of National Review and Greg Corombos of Radio America pop some popcorn as Democrats will likely have to eliminate one of their members from the Senate Judiciary Committee and the one with the least seniority - California's Kamala Harris - is furiously fighting to stay on the panel.  Of course, all of this is assuming Republicans will win the Mississippi Senate runoff Tuesday, in a race that has Republicans increasingly nervous.  They also roll their eyes as Ohio Gov. John Kasich is seriously considering another White House bid and David explains why Kasich is the answer to a question no one is asking.  And they shake their heads as Twitter starts banning users for "misgendering" or "deadnaming" transgenders online and perpetuates efforts to stifle all debate on the issue.

First, Dana Bash talks to the incoming Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, Joni Ernst about a potential government shut down, Trump's latest Khashoggi response, climate change, and the GOP's messaging toward women. Dana is then joined by the expected head of the House Intelligence Committee, Adam Schiff, to discuss President's relationship with the Saudi's, acting AG Whitaker's role in the Mueller investigation, and his opinion on Nancy Pelosi's Speaker chances. Next, Dana speaks with our panel of Rick Santorum, Jen Psaki, Bill Kristol, and Symone Sanders about the controversial Mississippi Senate election and climate change. Finally, Dana interviews Nancy Pelosi as part of her "Badass women of Washington" series.

Dana Bash talks to Iowa Senator Joni Ernst, the Incoming Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, about a potential government shut down, Trump's Khashoggi responce, climate change, and the GOP's messaging toward women. Then, Dana is joined by the expected head of the House Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff, as they discuss the President's response to Khashoggi, Whitaker's role in the Mueller investigation, and Schiff's opinion on Nancy Pelosi as Speaker of the House. Following, Dana speaks with Rick Santorum, Jen Psaki, Bill Kristol, and Symone Sanders about the Mississippi Senate election and climate change. Finally, Dana interviews Nancy Pelosi for her "Badass women of Washington" series

Aisha K. Staggers had her first major publication, an album review, in The New Haven Register while just a sophomore in high school. Another series of reviews published in The Hartford Courant followed. By the time she reached college, Aisha was writing for the literary magazine and interning at a local radio station, ABC-affiliate as a writer in the news department and in the A&R department of an independent record company. As a graduate student at Fisk University, Aisha asked Dr. Raymond Winbush to chair her thesis because 1) he was one of the most renowned voices in black culture and academia, and 2) he was a Prince fan. His scholarship and guidance led Aisha to an early career as a professor of social sciences and later an administrator in higher education. Aisha has also served as a director of education and policy research centers and on the staff of legislative commissions. She previously served on the Executive Board of the CT Young Democrats' Women's Caucus, an avid campaigner and has remained active in politics and public policy. During the November 21, 2018 edition of Staggers State Of Things, Ms. Staggers talked about: – A US Congressional committee will investigate Ivanka Trump, 45's daughter and a White House adviser, following reports she repeatedly used a personal email account for government work – 45's response to the California Fires – 45 says he will not be tough on Saudi Arabia over Khashoggi case – The Mississippi Senate runoff – Chief Justice Roberts vs. 45 You can find more about Ms. Staggers via: HuffPost Atlanta Black Star YouTube – I Wish U Heaven – Prince Tribute Playlist Email Visit our website at https://www.thedrvibeshow.com/ Please feel free to email us at dr.vibe@thedrvibeshow.com Please feel free to “Like” the “The Dr. Vibe Show” Facebook fan page here God bless, peace, be well and keep the faith, Dr. Vibe

Paul Reed, a University of Alabama professor who specializes in the sociolinguistic history of Southern and Appalachian English varieties, said that the phrase first appeared in written works in the United States in the mid-1800s and that its usage peaked during the civil rights era in the 20th century.He said that the phrase had indeed once been used as an expression of regard. People would use the idiom to convey that they thought so highly of someone they would attend something as distasteful as a public hanging with him.But given its clear negative connotation, Mr. Reed said, most people would not dare to use the phrase in 2018. U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith demanded there be no audience or outside press allowed at tonight’s U.S. Senate debate and requested other restrictions, two sources familiar with the debate negotiations told the Jackson Free Press Tuesday morning.When she faces off against Democratic challenger Mike Espy at 7 p.m., only the debate moderator, panelists and the production team will be allowed in the auditorium—a requirement the Hyde-Smith campaign pushed for and the Espy team argued against.They Have Rigged This For Her to Win' A second source who also asked not to be identified, though, said the debate was "rigged." "They have rigged this debate for her to win," the second source said. "Espy's campaign wanted full access for the press and a live studio audience—they said no.Jackson free Press NYT  

Today's big top is Nancy Pelosi and the race for Speaker of the House. We also discuss the ongoing Mississippi Senate race; Donald Trump not even bothering to learn the correct name of Paradise, CA; Trump intentionally misspelling Adam Schiff's last name as "Schitt"; and Trump's unpatriotic attack on the admiral who ran the bin Laden raid. This is an 11-minute excerpt of the hour and 13 minute episode. To hear the entire broadcast, please become a patron and support our work over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/22809050

Rats infest local schools (set to graduate soon), Jim Acosta's First World Problems, Bill Maher dances on Stan Lee's Grave, Dems smell blood in Mississippi Senate race?, Thanksgiving Movies, "Two Headed Deer", and THE NEWS CRUISE!

Zach Cohen joins Mackenzie Weinger to dig into the lame-duck agenda and the Mississippi Senate race, and Hanna Trudo dishes on how 2020 hopefuls are angling for the Democratic nomination.

On today's show: Will a Mississippi Senate committee take action toward changing the state's lifelong voting ban? Then, after Everyday Tech, Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann warns us of a phone scam over voter registration just ahead of today's deadline. Find out what to watch for and hear what he calls a bigger issue.

#8! Josh and Ryan discuss the week that was, including the spectacle of AIPAC and the Army's accidental mailift to Waimanalo Elementary. Then, in News in 9, we discuss the State's planned sweep of the camp at Pu'uhonua o Waianae, Rep. Kaniela' Ing's stand over #MeToo and the Daniel K. Inouye international airport, Trump's potential trip to Pyongyang, and the rise of Roy Moore 2.0 (a.k.a. Chris McDaniel) in the Mississippi Senate race. We also share a brand new super secret BIKILEAK! Then, at 26:00, we're joined by Nadine Wolff, who tells us about growing up in East Berlin during the Cold War, the good and bad sides of communism, and what lessons Germany can teach us about dealing with your country's painful past. We finish with memorials to surfer George Downing and Fiorentina captain Davide Astori, shoutouts to the Merrie Monarch festival, DeMar DeRozan and Kevin Love, Los Angeles Football Club, Civil Beat's Nick Grube, and Max Holloway v. Connor McGregor on the field at Waianae High School -- and our restaurant recs of the week. Check it out!

Tonight on the show Erick goes over the protests happening in Iran, Orrin Hatch retiring, drama around the Mississippi Senate seat, Trump threatens to suspend financial aide to the Palestinian Authority and what to expect from the Georgia legislature this upcoming session.

Mike Lyons talks Iraq and ISIL with us; Amazon unveiled their Fire Phone; Mississippi senate race is getting nasty

On this week's show, Will and Mike begin by speaking about the legacy of President George H. W. Bush and their memories of his career. The first story discussed from the week is the guilty plea entered by Michael Cohen in federal court. Will and Mike use the plea to discuss the status of the Mueller investigation and the impact Cohen's plea could have on Trump. Both agree that impeachment is likely off the table as neither expect a smoking gun to emerge. But they disagree on how helpful the investigation may be to the Democrats in 2020. Next, they discuss the results of the Mississippi Senate run-off election on Tuesday. Neither were surprised by the results. Will explained that the results suggest there are areas of the country where even moderate Democrats are going to struggle due to demographics and history. Mike points out how elections like this help Republicans in the Senate—especially considering recent judicial confirmation challenges. The next topic is the decision by General Motors to idle five plants in North America. Will—who grew up near GM Lordstown—discussed the impact of the closure on local communities and the potential reasons for GM's decision while Mike reminds listeners of Trump's promises regarding no plant closures under his administration. Both agree the response by politicians to GM will be worth monitoring. They close with a discussion of the role and impact of unions on the closures. Lastly, Will and Mike talk about the situation on the San Diego-Tijuana border last weekend. While neither directly challenge the use of tear gas, they differ on how to best handle asylum processing and the expectation on Mexico to house refugees while they await a response from the United States. *Listener support helps make The Politics Guys possible*. If you're interested in supporting the show, go to politicsguys.com/support ( http://www.politicsguys.com/support ). Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-politics-guys/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy