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A Bigger Pie View – Civil Asset Forfeiture
Civil asset forfeiture might be one issue where the opposite ends of the political spectrum can find agreement and Mississippi is one of the nation’s leaders on this issue.
Movie subsidy bill dies, brewer sales bill lives in Mississippi Legislature
Filmmakers coming to Mississippi will no longer receive a handout from taxpayers and Magnolia State brewers moved closer to being able to sell their beer on site.
State-owned properties starve cities of taxes: Column
In a recent edition of The Clarion-Ledger, state Sen. David Blount, D-Jackson, suggested that the state buy more buildings in Jackson instead of leasing office space for state employees from private landlords.
Mississippi Power play: Utility isn’t reluctant to flex political muscle in Legislature
When Mississippi Power needs something from the Legislature, it isn’t bashful about spending the lobbying dollars needed to get it done.
Mississippi’s pension crisis explained in four charts
The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi is in serious jeopardy, as the number of retirees increase and the unfunded liabilities continue to grow.
A frugal ostrich named Gilbert
The Secretary is responsible for campaign finance reporting. It’s not working. But he seems to ignore the problems.