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Race ‘played a role’ in decision to reject Black superintendent of education: senator

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2 years ago

March 30, 2023

The Mississippi Senate voted Wednesday to reject Dr. Robert Taylor as state superintendent of education, sparking accusations that race played a role in the decision.

During a Thursday interview on The Gallo Show, Senator John Horhn, D-Jackson, explained his displeasure with the decision to not confirm Taylor, who would have been the second Black superintendent in state history.

“There were all kinds of reasons thrown out there, but none that were really substantial enough, in my opinion, to reject this guy,” Horhn said. “I think race played a role in it. I don’t think it was the entirety of the reasoning though.”

Among the arguments against Taylor, some senators contended that the Laurel native has not spent enough time in Mississippi. Taylor was unanimously approved by the State Board of Education (SBE) back in November after 30 years working in North Carolina.

Horhn found that reasoning to be invalid, highlighting Taylor’s Mississippi upbringing as well as his resumé…

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By: Caleb Salers
Title: Race ‘played a role’ in decision to reject Black superintendent of education: senator
Sourced From: www.supertalk.fm/race-played-a-role-in-decision-to-reject-black-superintendent-of-education-senator/
Published Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 18:18:44 +0000

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Trump says he will issue an executive order Monday to get TikTok back up

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3 days ago

January 19, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-19 09:20:00

SUMMARY: President-elect Donald Trump announced that he will issue an executive order on Monday to extend the deadline for TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, to find an approved U.S. buyer. This decision follows the removal of TikTok from app stores due to a federal law requiring ByteDance to sell its U.S. operations or face a ban, citing national security concerns. Trump’s order would delay the law’s restrictions, offering ByteDance more time to negotiate a sale. Despite challenges, including TikTok’s legal disputes, Trump emphasized the app’s potential value and the importance of keeping it operational in the U.S.

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Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: January 17-19

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5 days ago

January 17, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2025-01-17 07:20:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (January 17-19), Mississippi offers a variety of events. Highlights include the JSU Tiger Parade of Champions in Jackson, Fleet Feet Coffee Run, and several Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations. The Bridgid Ferguson Trio and Storytelling Festival also take place in Jackson, along with exhibits like “Of Salt and Spirit.” In Vicksburg, enjoy the Winter Youth Rodeo and Peruvian Delights Wine Dinner, while Natchez hosts a Krewe of Phoenix Ball and a Farmers Market. The Pine Belt features Artrageous in Hattiesburg and karaoke in Laurel. Other events include jazz, comedy, and live performances across the region.

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Biden to address the nation days before Trump's inauguration

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7 days ago

January 15, 2025

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www.wjtv.com – The Associated Press – 2025-01-15 10:43:00

SUMMARY: Joe Biden’s presidency aimed to “restore the soul” of America post-Trump, but despite bipartisan legislative successes and international alliances, he struggled to change the political landscape. Four years after defeating Trump, Biden faced electoral defeat as Trump made a political comeback. Polls show only a quarter view Biden favorably, even lower than Trump during his presidency. Although Biden touted achievements in infrastructure and economic recovery, rising costs and inflation eroded public support. As he prepares to leave office, questions persist about his legacy and the permanence of the political shift towards populism, leaving Biden’s ambitions unfulfilled.

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