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Everything you need to know about MS gov. candidate Brandon Presley

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2 years ago

January 12, 2023

rssfeeds.hattiesburgamerican.com – Mississippi Clarion Ledger – 2023-01-12 11:16:07

Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley.

Democrat Brandon Presley announced Thursday that he is running for governor of Mississippi. Here are some facts about the candidate:

Who is Brandon Presley?

As Northern District Public Service Commissioner, Presley is currently the highest elected Democratic state official in Mississippi. He was first elected to the commission in 2007 and has been reelected three times. Prior to his time on the commission, Presley was mayor of Nettleton for six years.

Where is Brandon Presley from?

Presley was born in Amory and raised in Nettleton, which he calls a “no stop light town,” in his announcement…

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rssfeeds.hattiesburgamerican.com – Mississippi Clarion Ledger – 2023-03-12 21:36:08

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Mississippi Legislature moves through another major deadline Wednesday

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March 9, 2023

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rssfeeds.hattiesburgamerican.com – Mississippi Clarion Ledger – 2023-03-09 13:31:52

Another legislative deadline came and went Wednesday, with all bills having to move past the floor of the chamber they did not originate in, and a number of the most watched bills remain alive.

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