Mississippi has changed since Freedom Summer. The struggle for justice and equality has not.
Mississippi’s progress was on full display at Mt. Zion church in Neshoba County last Sunday. So was its unfinished business.
Mississippi’s Tomorrow: New approaches to entrepreneurship, STEM education are key
Mississippi ranks 46th in business creation and 49th in STEM professionals. Educational reforms are needed to make Mississippi’s economy more dynamic and innovative.
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A thank you note to the taxpayers of America
Mississippi receives $2.45 in federal spending for every $1 it contributes in taxes. It’s time we showed our gratitude.
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Op-Ed: My “Sincerely Held Religious Belief”
SB 2681 sanctions discrimination in the name of religious freedom. Lex Rofes of the Institute of Southern Jewish Life explains why his religious beliefs have led him to oppose the bill.
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Gov. Bryant’s embrace of telemedicine ignores the bigger picture
If Gov. Bryant was serious about improving treatment and prevention for diabetes, he would not have rejected the federal Medicaid expansion or banned local regulations on nutrition.
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Commentary: The University of Mississippi’s latest ‘incident’ brings both pain and illumination
The desecration of the James Meredith statue goes to show that while the university has been desegregated, the work of integration is unfinished.
Commentary: Don’t change the seal. Change the flag.
Now that the Governor and Legislature want to add “In God We Trust” to the state seal, let?s have a conversation about the symbol that most needs to be changed.
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Commentary: Politico, Phil Bryant, and the Positive Mississippi reflex
Politico Magazine ranked Mississippi as America’s worst state. Gov. Phil Bryant’s rebuttal did nothing to disprove it.
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Op-Ed: Creating a truly “fair” workers’ compensation system
The Mississippi Immigrant Rights Alliance advocates for workers’ compensation reforms that puts the needs of workers first.
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Three New Year’s resolutions for Mississippi
This is the time of the year for self-improvement. Mississippi should start by creating universal pre-K, supporting Jackson’s growth, and a adopting new spirit of innovation.
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