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Democrats aim to nominate president in early August, as some push Biden to quit the race

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9 months ago

July 17, 2024

www.supertalk.fm – Zeke Miller and Will Weissert – 2024-07-17 13:34:29

SUMMARY: Democrats plan to hold a virtual vote to formally nominate President Joe Biden in early August, ahead of their in-person convention on August 19 in Chicago. This move ensures Biden qualifies for the Ohio ballot, despite calls within the party for him to withdraw after a poor debate performance. The Democratic National Convention’s rules committee will discuss details but has delayed finalizing the vote date. Concerns about Biden’s candidacy are highlighted by a poll indicating low confidence in his mental capability among Democrats. Some party members fear an early virtual vote may hinder debate and harm unity.

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Municipal primaries: Jackson Democrats head to runoff as suburbs gets answers

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April 2, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-04-01 23:59:00

SUMMARY: Polls closed in Mississippi on Tuesday, revealing a shift in support for Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, who garnered only 16.8% in the Democratic primary, down from nearly 70% in 2021. State Sen. John Horhn led with 48.4%, triggering a runoff on April 22. Lumumba, facing a federal bribery indictment, insists he’s a victim of political prosecution. In city council races, new candidates will emerge following the decision of councilman Aaron Banks not to seek reelection. Suburban elections included Kathy Smith winning Flowood’s mayoral primary, while incumbents in Brandon, Pearl, and Ridgeland faced no challengers.

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Former Mississippi State standout Jake Mangum makes MLB debut

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March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-03-31 21:45:00

SUMMARY: Former Mississippi State outfielder Jake Mangum fulfilled a childhood dream by making his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays after five years in the minor leagues. He was notified of his promotion from the Durham Bulls and started as the right fielder against the Colorado Rockies. In his debut, Mangum had four plate appearances and reached base once via a walk as the Rays won 6-2. His parents attended the game, celebrating their anniversary, while Mangum reflected on his journey, expressing gratitude for the support he received. A standout in college, he was drafted by the Mets in 2019.

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‘Shoutout to Laurel and my mother’: Mississippian stars in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’

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March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-03-31 21:28:00

SUMMARY: Parker Posey plays Victoria Ratliff, a Southern matriarch in HBO’s The White Lotus, drawing on her Southern roots for the role. Born in Maryland and raised in Louisiana and Mississippi, Posey attended R.H. Watkins High School in Laurel, where her mother still resides. In interviews, she shared how her upbringing influenced her character’s long accent and personality, inspired by wealthy Southerners and theatrical influences like Tennessee Williams. Recognized as the “Queen of the Indies” following her work in films like Dazed and Confused, Posey continues to shine in her role on The White Lotus, airing Sundays on HBO.

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