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Initiative 65 – Why Is the Ballot So Confusing?
Legislative opposition to 65, and thus support for putting 65A on the ballot to compete with it, was driven by a combination of motives.
Initiative 65 and Alternative 65A: What Would They Do?
Initiative 65 and Alternative 65A both propose an amendment to the Mississippi constitution related to the medical use of marijuana. That is, for the most part, where their similarity ends.
What To Know Before Voting on Medical Marijuana Amendments
It is important to know ahead of time what to look for on the ballot. If you wait until you get to the voting booth to try to figure out how and where to vote on it, you might end up wanting some medical marijuana to calm your frustration. Most of what you will see on the ballot is useless in helping you understand what you are voting on.
The Mississippi Freedom Caucus’ Letter to Governor Tate Reeves
The Mississippi Freedom Caucus has written a letter to Governor Tate Reeves addressing emergency executive orders passed during COVID-19.
What Does the Flag Vote Mean?
The Mississippi Constitution has no provision for allowing voters to decide any public policy matter except amendments to the state Constitution. Yet, twice the legislature has asked voters for their opinion by use of an election ballot. Both times, in 2001 and now in 2020, the question has been on the design of the state flag.
State Procurement Laws Need Rigorous Reform
Back in 2017, the MS Office of the State Auditor criticized some of the Mississippi Department of Education’s procurement practices that could lead to corruption. So did the Joint Legislative Committee on Performance Evaluation and Expenditure Review with another report.