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The Guilty Pleas That Shook Black Mississippi

The guilty pleas of three prominent Jackson leaders ended more than a criminal case. They forced many Mississippians to confront difficult questions about leadership, accountability and whether justice is applied equally.

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Why the Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus Matters

Rep. Kabir Karriem explains why the Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus remains important in the fight for representation, voting rights, and opportunity across Mississippi.

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Capitol Perspectives

Mississippi Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Kabir Karriem says canceling a possible special session does not end the fight over Black voting power, representation, and transparency in Mississippi politics.

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