Thursday, September 2, 2010

Rumor mill update

Time to update the rumor mill just a little.

Delbert? Who knows. He is keeping it very close to the vest.

Henry Knox Ross, Mayor of Pelahatchie, is seriously considering running for Auditor but it has apparently come out that he voted in the Democratic primary in the last Congressional race. Kind of hard to run as a Republican when you are voting for Democrats. Wait, never mind. Didn't one candidate in 2008 do the same thing?

Lee Yancey is going to run for Treasurer. I'm told this is a sure thing. He'll be a strong candidate among the rumored field: Russ Latino, Lynn Fitch, and others. Mr. Yancey, who has blogged on this site before, will have something the others will not have: a base of Rankin and Madison Counties. Its a small base but still a base nonetheless.

AG? DPS Commissioner Steve Simpson is still da man to run against Jim Hood. Anyone notice his personal appearances in the latest DUI-prevention ads on tv?

Lieutenant Governor. Mr. Reeves is all in as is Billy Hewes. Although Stacy Pickering has not announced, numerous sources have informed JJ he is running for Lieutenant Governor.

Apparently WFMN owner Steve Davenport is so gung-ho for Phil, the guests are more strictly screened. Political columnist and lobbyist Brian Perry is supposedly not allowed to appear on the network right now because he is working for the Dennis campaign. Sources have also informed JJ Delbert was not allowed on the show for a very short time but they quickly saw the errors of their ways on that one.

Add one more name to the list of possibilities for Jeff Weill's City Council seat if he wins: Austin Barbour. Yup, politics is in the blood and he is rumored to be looking at that seat if it becomes available. Now for the disclaimer:

These statements are all unconfirmed rumors and should be treated as such.

42 comments:

Anonymous said...

I also noticed Hood taking the opportunity for some free (or taxpayer funded) tv face time with his "anti-counterfeit products" commercial.

bill said...

Interesting. I believe most of the rumors you posted are going to pan out, with Delbert being the only one who might see the sense in staying where he is. 2011 is going to be chaotic for the Republicans, even if Delbert decides not to run for governor, but as long as they don't go too negative during the primaries I think they have a good chance to capture all eight state offices. The good news is that all the candidates are decent and will do a good job if elected, so the voters really can't lose.

Anonymous said...

Bozo the Clown could get elected to represent Ward 1 in Jackson and still deliver the same results the last 3 occupants of the seat have delivered. Which is NOTHING.

Anonymous said...

Big Bozo currently represents Ward 3.

Anonymous said...

Delbert claims he is staying put.

Kingfish said...

Simpson is not beating hood.

Anonymous said...

I think Hood has that spot as long as he wants it.

bill said...

You know, Kingfish, I reluctantly have to agree with you today, but there's a lot of time between now and November 2011. Who knows what will change in the minds of the voters, and therefore the candidates, between now and then? Hood may decide to jump into the governor's race, although I've heard he's specifically ruled that out. I think of all the statewide offices, the AG is the one that's most likely to elect a Democrat, but if Hood moves on all bets are off.

Anonymous said...

I voted in the Democrat primary, and I'm a Republican. Why?? I voted for the lamest person I could find to oppose Gregg Harper.

Anonymous said...

Lee Yancey will obliterate Russ Latino and Lynn Fitch.

Anonymous said...

I wish someone stronger than Simpson would run. He has enough issues with his current job. Hosemann would be wise to stay put, and Pickering probably would too.

Curt Crowley said...

How could one miss the taxpayer-funded Steve Simpson for AG commercials? He's the big rotund guy standing in between a bunch of exceptionally fit State Troopers. He stands out like the proverbial turd in a punchbowl.

Anonymous said...

Simpson- another fat, out of shape candidate/officeholder.

Anonymous said...

What we need is more candidates sporting mullets.

Anonymous said...

Whatever became of the Monday story on the second official who has been illegally parking in handicap spaces? Was looking forward to seeing that one.

Anonymous said...

I am a solid Republican. If there is no GOP primary, I always vote in the Democrat primary for the weakest general election candidate. All of my GOP friends do this too. What is the problem with that? Lying about it is a problem; it would seem that Mr. Knox was at least honest. Also, I live in jackson, and often the only race is the Democrat primary, such as the mayors races the last two or three times.

Anonymous said...

Reeves? Lt. Gov? REALLY?

Well, he's not too bright.
He's not too sharp.
He's quite a tool.

Well, I guess he is qualified after all...

Anonymous said...

Reeves? Lt. Gov? REALLY?

Well, he's not too bright.
He's not too sharp.
He's quite a tool.


Doesn't say much for the Donkeycrats. Dude got elected statewide TWICE.

Anonymous said...

Tate Reeves is the most well educated Treasurer this state has ever had. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst. It is damned difficult to pass those exams and takes years to study for them.

Anonymous said...

I know Austin Barbour and if he decided to run for Weill's Jackson City Coucil seat, he would be considered the favorite b/c he knows how to raise tons of money, campaign, and organize…and that usually spells victory for a candidate.

Anonymous said...

I wonder if it is Charles Barbour rather than Austin that is thinking about running.

Anonymous said...

If Barbour is running it ain't because he can do one fucking thing to help Ward 1. It will ONLY be as a resume builder to springboard somewhere else though no one so far has shown the ability to bounce out of Ward 1 to something bigger and better beyond faking a 'near stroke'.

Anonymous said...

elexse3:21 Does anyone take you serious?
REALLY??
Childish attacks usually say more about the messenger than the message.
And 4:44 don't waste your time with 3:21. I have tried to present the facts. She is not interested.
Sounds like my junior high grand-daughter when she is mad at her friends.

Anonymous said...

IF you look at Tate's event host list(Porter Event), you will see two of Rankin Co Senators are not on it?

Anonymous said...

Perhaps Rosemary Barbour will run.

Anonymous said...

where have you seen Tate's event host list? where can I get a copy?

Anonymous said...

One thing about it, Mississippi will continue to run last. Sounds like the punch bowl is just going to be re-filled with the same punch, and the people will continue to drink the kool-aid.

Anonymous said...

So now we wnat to beat up republicans for voting in Democratic primaries. Lets see the majority of Mississippi has one republican if any at all canidates running in a local primary, so when a republican votes democratic we beat them up instead of being glad that they voted. In the days of 50% and less turnouts we should be praising them for voting.

Kingfish said...

The point is is what a Congressional primary. On the Republican side there were Ross, Landrum, Harper, and Shaft. No local elections involved. The question is why was he supporting Democrats in such an election other than the fact Gill was once head of the municipal association.

Anonymous said...

One thing about it, Mississippi will continue to run last. Sounds like the punch bowl is just going to be re-filled with the same punch, and the people will continue to drink the kool-aid.

Then name your choice for the job.

Anonymous said...

What are Lee Yancey's qualifications for Treasurer? Does he have a current job other than being a legislator?

Anonymous said...

Since you are too lazy.

Anonymous said...

Russ Latino is one to watch. Republican's like him, Libertarians like him and even some Democrats like him. Currently checking out others. I wonder if the Fitch lady voted in Democratic Primaries in the past? I think Lee Yancey will do okay in Rankin County but will not be able to pull it off in all counties. Tate Reeves got over 80% in a few counties. I think he should stay in Senate one more term.

Kingfish said...

He is?

Just one problem, the ones that know him are few in number.

Anonymous said...

Davenport is sure trying to change that Kingfish. He's doing everything possible to get Latino's voice heard and name mentioned. At this point the only slot at the Supertalker that Latino hasn't guest-hosted is the Garden Mama's.

Anonymous said...

Garden Mama is hot.

Anonymous said...

Right. If you are limp.

Anonymous said...

g. mama is fat.

Anonymous said...

Fat is good. Ask Kenny.

Anonymous said...

I got a letter from Delbert in the mail over the weekend, asking for money and talking about all the various things he has accomplished for the state of Mississippi. If he runs for any other office, I will support whomever is running against him. I can't stand him.

Anonymous said...

Feel better?

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