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The Chip on Czech Shouldersnew
While on tour in the Czech Republic, Kamikaze learns about the chip on Czech shoulders when it comes to U.S. "help."
Jackson Free Press |
Kamikaze |
09-07-2007 |
Commentary
Who's Zooming Whom?new
In response to President Bush signing into law revisions of the 1978 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, Dickerson revisits Mississippi's sordid past spying games.
Jackson Free Press |
James L. Dickerson |
09-07-2007 |
Commentary
Letters From Vietnamnew
Once again, the American people are being told that we must support an indefinite commitment of troops halfway around the world or face calamity -- are we going to do Vietnam all over again?
Jackson Free Press |
Brian Johnson |
09-07-2007 |
Commentary
Melton Details Jefferson Davis Youth Campnew
Controversial Jackson Mayor Frank Melton admits to inviting two city staffers, who have both served time for felonies, to a week-long summer youth camp planned by the mayor.
Jackson Free Press |
Donna Ladd |
08-23-2007 |
Politics
Red and Blue Quandrynew
Soon, Mississippi's primaries will be completely closed -- picking a side will mean far more than a year-to-year decision to follow the close races: the label will stick.
Jackson Free Press |
Dylan McLemore |
08-23-2007 |
Commentary
2007 JFP Voter's Guide: Of Primary Importancenew
Interviews and platforms of Mississippi's state and local candidates running in the Aug. 7 primaries
Jackson Free Press |
Adam Lynch |
08-06-2007 |
Politics
Still There in the Morningnew
Young Americans must exercise their right to vote in primary elections on all levels.
Jackson Free Press |
Maggie Burks |
08-06-2007 |
Commentary
Protesters Rally Support at A-1 Palletsnew
Protesters protest Jackson Mayor Frank Melton's plans to demolish a historic building, which is occupied by wood recycling company A-1 Pallets.
Jackson Free Press |
Maggie Burks |
08-06-2007 |
Politics
Three Candidates Vying for Ward 1new
Three Ward 1 residents are jumping up to replace former Jackson City Council President Ben Allen, since the councilman retired over health issues June 22.
Jackson Free Press |
Adam Lynch |
07-11-2007 |
Politics
A New Sheriff In Town?new
Hinds County Sheriff Malcolm McMillin faces three challengers in the 2007 sheriff's race -- two of whom, he suspects, Jackson Mayor Frank Melton sent to topple him.
Jackson Free Press |
Brian Johnson and Adam Lynch |
07-11-2007 |
Politics
Cold Cases Bill Must Passnew
Oklahoma Sen. Tom Colburn has put a hold on vital civil rights legislation because of budget concerns -- but the bill costs less than a 20th of 1 percent of the Department of Justice's budget.
Jackson Free Press |
JFP Staff |
06-28-2007 |
Commentary
Allen Leaves Polarized Councilnew
Council President Ben Allen's sudden departure means a special election and a City Council more divided than ever.
Jackson Free Press |
Adam Lynch |
06-28-2007 |
Politics
Council Rejects Fire Chiefnew
As Mayor Frank Melton prepares for his felony trial, City Council rejects his choice for fire chief, nearly two years after Melton refused to bring him forward for confirmation.
Jackson Free Press |
Adam Lynch and Brian Johnson |
04-12-2007 |
Politics
Jesus Rode a Donkey: An Interview with John Arthur Eavesnew
Democratic candidate for governor John Arthur Eaves talks about how progressive politics is a religious obligation and why Haley Barbour must go.
Jackson Free Press |
Adam Lynch |
04-05-2007 |
Politics
Charrette or Charade?new
In the charrette on flooding the Pearl River basin and creating LeFleur Lakes, public input, environmental concerns and equitable development were belittled in pursuit of development serving the interests of the wealthy and powerful.
Jackson Free Press |
Daniel Johnson |
03-22-2007 |
Commentary
