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Court says Jim Crow-era felony voting ban in Mississippi can be altered by lawmakers, not judges
SUMMARY: A federal appeals court ruled that Mississippi legislators must decide on changes to the state’s practice of disenfranchising felons, a practice rooted in the Jim Crow era. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals’ majority cited a 1974 Supreme Court ruling upholding such disenfranchisement laws. Dissenters argued the practice is cruel and unusual punishment. Tens of thousands in Mississippi are disenfranchised, predominantly Black individuals. Efforts to restore voting rights face legislative hurdles, though a recent proposal for automatic restoration was blocked. The case underscores ongoing tensions over voting rights and racial discrimination in the state’s legal framework.
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MCBB: No. 16 Ole Miss dominated by Memphis 87-70
SUMMARY: No. 16 Ole Miss suffered an 87-70 defeat against Memphis, failing to carry late first-half momentum into the second half. Colby Rogers led the Tigers with 28 points, while PJ Haggerty added 17, avenging last year’s tight matchup. Ole Miss struggled early, trailing 27-14, but closed the half to trail by just two. Memphis dominated the second half, particularly after Ole Miss’s Mikeal Brown-Jones was ejected. Despite an improved second-half performance, Ole Miss struggled to score and hit only 36% of shots compared to Memphis’ 48%. Ole Miss will next face Georgia in a challenging matchup.
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Ole Miss great Eli Manning announced as modern-era finalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame
SUMMARY: Eli Manning, former Ole Miss and New York Giants quarterback, has been named one of 15 modern-era finalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025. Alongside Terrell Suggs, five first-year eligibles include Luke Kuechly, Adam Vinatieri, and Marshal Yanda. Manning, who won two Super Bowls and ranks eleventh all-time in passing yards (57,023) and touchdowns (366), enjoyed a 16-year career with a 118-118 record. His accolades include jersey retirements by Ole Miss and the Giants, and induction into various halls of fame. The Class of 2025 will be revealed on February 6, 2025.
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Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart declares for NFL Draft after record senior season
SUMMARY: Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after a standout collegiate career. After transferring from USC in 2021, Dart became the Rebels’ starting quarterback, leading them to an 11-win season in 2023. Over three years at Ole Miss, he amassed 10,214 passing yards, 68 touchdowns, and 1,457 rushing yards with 12 scores, breaking records held by Ole Miss legends. Known for his leadership, Dart also gave back to the community. He will play one final game in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl before beginning NFL preparations. Dart is expected to be a top-10 quarterback prospect.
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