Jackson Jambalaya

 Someone got stupid yesterday in Clinton.  

 The Oxford Police Department issued the following statement and mug shots. 

 Attorney General Lynn Fitch issued the following statement on October 24. 

The Laurelwood Homeowners Association accused former Board of Directors President Emary Walker of embezzling at least $20,000 in a lawsuit filed October 13 in Rankin County Circuit Court.  

Hot damn, welcome to Miss-ippi.  

 U.S. District Judge Tom Lee postponed the November sentencing hearings scheduled for all six members of the Goon Squad.  

A mass of Palestinian and Hamas supporters agitated Tulane Jewish students last Thursday. Tulane was a target as the student population is 44% Jewish.   Just watch the videos posted below.

 Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones issued the following statements and picture. 

Should American schools ban cellphones? England recently joined other countries in banning the devices in their schools.  The British government announced on October 2: 

 Christina Dent authored and sponsored this post. She is Founder & President, End It For Good. She can be reached at christina@enditforgood.com.

As I stood by the table talking with George Wood, he said something I immediately wrote down. “You have to build a life worth staying sober for or there’s no sense in staying sober,” he shared. George struggled with drug addiction for many years, finding recovery 16 years ago. Today he’s a pastor who is deeply invested in helping people recover from addiction through community and healing at The Timothy Initiative. He knows that unless people address the reasons why they’re using drugs, it’s very likely they'll keep using them. Drugs are an attempted solution, they’re not the real problem. He wants to help people heal from the wounds that made them reach for the drugs in the first place.

 Can Jackson actually pay its bills? I don't mean it can't pay its bills because it''s broke.  I mean can it actually pay its bills when it has the money to pay them.  WLBT reported Friday: 

Red Mountain Entertainment issued the following press release. 

It appears Mississippi State was giving out quite a few treats Saturday.  

 November 20 is the 25th anniversary of Saving Private Ryan.  If you want another chance to see it on the big screen, you are in luck.   Showtimes are posted below. 

What do a bear, two mice, a rattlesnake, and honey have to do with Rudy Redneck? The late Dr. Frank Pollard (First Baptist Church - Jackson) used them as he preached from Romans 2: 4-16.  The topic? judgment, something rarely mentioned in the "religiously correct" churches as he called them.  Enjoy the 1994 sermon posted below.

 It’s much easier these days to see state to state comparisons. U.S. News and World Report has been joined by WalletHub, WorldPopulationReview and others in regularly publishing all sorts of rankings.

 About that spherical work of art in Oxford Square......

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

According to Customs and Border Protection (CPB) the total number of encounters with illegal immigrants on our southern border in FY 2020 was 458,088; in FY 2021 the number was 1.7 million; in FY 2022 the number was 2.3 million; and, in FY 2023 the number was 2.47 million ending September 30. Included in the FY 2023 numbers CBP reported are 169 people on the FBI’s terrorist watchlist.

Apparently some people have a problem adjusting to the real world.

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Five members of the Goon Squad asked U.S. District Judge Tom Lee to postpone their sentencing next month.  

Disclaimer: I have never worked in the kitchen of a truck stop, even though, IMO, I would make an excellent truck stop cook. Not having that position in my resume doesn't matter much, since truck stop level of cooking is a matter of attitude, rather than opportunity. By the way, should this post potentially lead to an employment offer, I am not looking for a job, since I am both retired and lazy.

 Madison-Central High School  Principal Teague Wakefield said there will be a police presence at his school for the near future.  He sent the following letter to parents. 

Annie Oeth authored the following press release for UMMC. 

Jew-hatred not seen since the 1930's is breaking out around American college campus as Hamas supporters in the faculty and student ranks advocate violence against Jews.  First up is UC-Davis Professor Jemma Decristo.  The "professor" urged fellow Hamas supporters to track down Jewish journalists and their children and well, you can imagine what was proposed.

 Madison police arrested five students at Madison Central High School this morning after a fight broke out at the school.

A major obstacle facing Israel as it retaliates against Hamas is the tunnel system in Gaza.  Built more than 30 feet underground, the tunnels are impervious to most bunker-busters and favor the defenders if attacked by infantry.  Former Army Grunt Chris Cappy provides a nice tutorial on the tunnel system and the threats they pose to an Israeli invasion.  His video is posted below.

 WARNING: NOT SAFE FOR WORK OR KIDS.  EXTREMELY GRAPHIC VIDEO

Meanwhile, over on Sunset Drive, a dude just plain lost it as he did a fertility dance sans all before getting back into his car and driving off in a hurry. 

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

 Some people are actually surprised when they get caught.  

Mission Mississippi, a nonprofit organization committed to Christian reconciliation and racial healing throughout the community, will host a conference and banquet tomorrow at the Jackson Convention Complex in downtown Jackson. This event will serve as the culmination for Mission Mississippi’s 30th Anniversary.

As a moth is drawn to light, so are some savages drawn to destruction as they simply can't stand to leave beauty alone.  Exhibit A: Oxford Square. 

BARBERINO-TAVERNELLE, TUSCANY— I first came to this part of the world in 2011 on a three-week stopover with my wife and kids during a six-month family jaunt through Europe. What struck me within the first few days I arrived in Tuscany was that it felt a lot like the American South.

 U.S. President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Olympian Wilma Rudolph, actors Donald Sutherland and Alan Alda, golf legend Jack Nicklaus, NFL Head Coach Bud Grant, New York City Ballet principal dancer Tanaquil Le Clercq, Washington Post editor Ben Bradlee, and Israeli American violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman. What do these notable Americans all have in common?

 Todd Mardis plead guilty to aggravated domestic violence just now in Rankin County Circuit Court.  

Todd Mardis pleads guilty, flanked by attorney

The defense and prosecution are furiously firing a flurry of responses at each other as the October 30 trial of Todd Mardis approaches.  Mardis was indicted for aggravated domestic violence for allegedly beating his wife. 

 The Bean Parlor in Gluckstadt needs baristas for all shifts.  The coffee shop is across the street from The Range by Jimmy Primos.  It closes at 7 and is closed on Sundays. If you know someone who likes slinging coffee, call 601-966-3968.  Ask for Jasmine McKay.  JJ published a feature story about the coffee shop two years ago.

John Allen Greer, Jr. is unfortunately a star pupil of the Hinds County catch & release program as he has managed to (allegedly) rape, pillage, and plunder his way through Jackson without penalty.  

 A brawl took place at Raising Cane's in Madison Friday night after the Madison-Central-Germantown football game. The Jaguars won 49-0. 

Auburn might have lost the football game Saturday night but it won the battle of the bands as it put on a dazzling performance dedicated to none other than Metallica.  Check out the performance in the video posted below.

Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba held his regular briefing this afternoon. The video and highlights are posted below.

 The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce issued the following statement. 

 Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith issued the following statement. 

Correction: This post erroneously reported Judge Gibbs did not appear with other Hinds County judges opposing HB #1020 at a press conference earlier this year.  Judge Gibbs was at the press conference. Apologies. 

Hinds County Circuit Judge Debra Gibbs might just be the poster child for HB #1020 as she has held no criminal trials since she took her seat on the bench in January.  You read that correctly.  Judge Gibbs has held no criminal trials.  Nada.  Zero.  Zilch.  Period.   

 It was the best of halves, it was the worst of halves.....

 Yesterday was a horrible day for Jews in Michigan.  A president of a synagogue was stabbed to death. Fox News reported: 

 Get your costumes, water guns, and any other paraphernalia of mischief you can think of because the Rocky Horror Picture show is returning to the big screen in Jackson. 

What is ditch patrol and what does it have to do with helping others, Grandma, and Helen Keller? Are ditches obstacles or opportunities? The late Dr. Frank Pollard wove such questions into the 1995 sermon posted below as he preached from Luke 10, giving a unique take on the parable of the Good Samaritan as only he could do.   Enjoy the remedial sermon if you couldn't make it to church today. 

An agency that handles mostly complicated decisions may be without experienced leadership next year. Two of the three members of the Mississippi Public Service Commission will be missing and the third faces a tight race.

Well, well, well. Look who is in the Rankin County jail.  Some people just can't stand a good break when they get one and James Williams is no exception. 

 The world has a race problem. It’s all around us in small towns and exponentially large metro areas. Race is everywhere. The human race that is.

 State Auditor Shad White issued the following statement. 

 The Madison Police Department issued the following press release and mug shots. 

 Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)

 The Pearl Board of Alderman fired Assistant Police Chief Amanda Thomasson Tuesday after meeting in executive session.  

I am aware most of my past recipes were not exactly suitable for inclusion in any diet program, other than the “I do not diet”, diet. Here is a dish that works well for those who want to follow a low carbohydrate (AKA Keto) diet. If you aren’t one of those folks, just consider this as a very tasty dish to add to your dinner rotation. 

The Brandon Police Department issued the following statement and mug shot.   

 Getting to work might take longer if you drive the Natchez Trace every morning. It is closed between the I-55 and Highway 51.

 The Madison Police Department issued the following statement. 

 The Clinton Police Department issued the following statement. 

 Make no mistake about Shanda Yates.  She works to get safer neighborhoods. 

The prosecution and defense are going to war in the Todd Mardis case as the October 30 trial approaches.  Mardis asked Rankin County Circuit Judge Steve Ratcliff to throw out all videos and move his case to another jurisdiction due to pre-trial publicity.  A Rankin County grand jury indicted Mardis for aggravated domestic violence last year. 

 Warning: Extremely Graphic & Violent Video Posted Below. 

The Israeli Defense Forces released video of the October 7 massacre of over 1,200 Israelis yesterday.  The video shows Hamas terrorists indiscriminately shooting men, women, and children as they tried to flee.  Not even family dogs were safe from Hamas savagery.  The video is posted below. 

The Mississippi Department of Corrections issued the following statement and video.

 Now this movie looks like it was made just for the big screen. 

Need a hat? Check out what Chane is selling at the Bean Parlor in Gluckstadt. 

 State Fire Marshal Mike Chaney issued the following statement. 

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

 It’s funny how at different ages I have assumed I had life completely figured out.

 In incumbent Democratic Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley, Mississippi Democrats have found their most formidable gubernatorial nominee in this century. However competitive the 2023 race, the numbers still favor Republican incumbent Gov. Tate Reeves.

 If you want to see some real acting, check out this old clip.

 Ag Commish Andrew Gipson issued the following statement. 

 JPS is finally biting the bullet and closing down 16 schools after years of declining enrollment.  The schools are: 

 The Justice Department issued the following statement. 

The soft on crime Orleans Parish District Attorney became a crime victim.  Fox8 reported: 

Former Jackson Municipal Airport Authority CEO Carl Newman passed away.  The cause of death was myelofibrosis.  Mr. Newman was 68 years old.  

 The past is never quite dead as shown by what took place at Stanford last week.  A professor ordered his Jewish students to stand in a corner in the classroom after Hamas attacked Israel October 7.  The New York Post reported Friday: 

 It's time for another edition of What Did They Tell the EPA?.  The EPA asked for public comments on whether Jackson's water receiver, Ted Henifin, should take over the city's sewer system.  JJ is weeding through 721 pages of comments and posting the more notable ones. Sit outside, enjoy the nice weather, and check out what Jacksonians had to say about their city's sewer system.  

The comments posted below represent the overwhelming majority of the comments.  Indeed, 95% of the public comments submitted approved of Mr. Henifin taking over the sewer system.  Read away.

 Christ United Methodist Church voted overwhelmingly to leave the United Methodist Church yesterday.  The CUMC issued the following statement to its members. 

Sometimes, the unexpected happens and football is no exception. 

Jackson State University President Dr. Elayne Anthony issued the following statement. 

 Jackson State University issued the following statement. 

 The folks at Saturday Night Live just couldn't resist, could they?

Using Robert Frost and Dr. Seuss, the late Dr. Frank Pollard discussed how "so much freedom is lost in the name of freedom" as he preached from Romans 6 in the 1995 sermon posted below.  We were blessed with free will but the blessing can turn into a curse when making the wrong choices as the law of diminishing kicks kicks into high gear.  

 The angst reflected by disparaging TV ads from both camps suggests the November 7 vote in the governor’s race between Gov. Tate Reeves and Northern District Public Service Commissioner Brandon Presley could be close. 

 Coach Prime put his Atlanta Falcons uniform back on last night as his Colorado Buffalos blew a 29-0 lead last night.  Watch the highlights below.  Laughter is encouraged. 

 Captured Hamas plans show the terrorist organization targeted elementary schools and youth centers in its attack last week.  NBC News reported: 

The Rankin County Board of Supervisor's decision to pay additional compensation to Sheriff Bryan Bailey to operate the county's safe room is drawing some controversy.  Mississippi Today reported yesterday:  

"The city of Jackson has failed absolutely and completely in its operation of the water and sewer system."  So said Jackson resident Pete Perry in his public comment submitted to the EPA. 

The world is as unstable now as it has ever been and things are getting worse. Early Saturday morning October 7, Hamas, the de facto governing authority of the Gaza strip, launched a coordinated surprise attack against Israel with a barrage of thousands of missiles and a ground invasion of Israeli settlements.

The public defender system was the topic at the Judiciary "B" Committee of the Mississippi House of Representatives yesterday.  The Solons discussed this weighty topic for three hours until Clay Edwards, yes, the Clay Edwards spoke to the committee about Jackson crime.  

 Forrest County deputies busted a "major" auto burglary ring today.  The Hattiesburg Patriot reported the ring hit over 30 vehicles in Madison last night.  Video of the arrest is posted below, complete with Tom Gorman's taunt of a suspect in cuffs.

Many folks are intimidated with baking but there is no real reason not to make this tasty dessert for family or friends. I understand the process for baking this delight for your guests will be lengthy but most of us have a lot more time than we admit. Just remember, Thanksgiving is coming up pretty soon and Christmas will be upon us right after that. Here is something special you can bake for either feast.

 Red Mountain Entertainment issued the following press release. 

 Quite a few Hinds County residents are furious after Waste Management notified them this week there will be some major changes in how their garbage is collected.  Although customers are mad at the company, it was the supervisors who agreed to these terms in the contract.  

 State Auditor Shad White issued the following statement. 

 South Park about to make somebody mad..... again.. 

The incompetent are usually threatened by the competent and former Jackson Mayor Harvey Johnson is no exception.  The father of the Siemens sell-out is disgusted, yes, digusted by JXN Water Manager Ted Henifin.  Lacking all shame, Hizzoner said that and plenty more in a public comment he submitted to the EPA.  

 Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens issued the following statement. 

 Several families lost everything they owned in an apartment fire in Pearl earlier this week.  Rankin Baptists asked for the following donations on its Facebook page. 

 Annie Oeth authored the following press release for UMMC. 

Hand surgery care, research, education and collaboration among medical experts from around the world will expand at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, thanks to a $5 million gift from Drs. Suthin and Somprasong Songcharoen. 

Waste Management is changing a few things for its Byram, Raymond, and Hinds County Service.  Needless to say, people are not too happy if social media is an accurate barometer of public opinion.  

 Check out what Chane is selling at the Bean Parlor in Gluckstadt. 

 Ten weeks out of each year I work over here leading tours of Americans through European countries. It’s a job I love and a job I take seriously because people trust me with a week to 10 days of their valuable vacation time and vacation savings. It’s work, but if you’ve got to work somewhere, this ain’t a bad place to do it.

 Madison Timber Receiver Alysson Mills announced recently she obtained $17 million from several banks that will be distributed to victims of the Lamar Adams Ponzi scheme, bringing the clawbacks to a grand total of $41 million - less than a quarter on the dollar.  However,  there is one group that has escaped her wrath so far: investors who cashed out of the Ponzi scheme.  

  Former U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in some ways braided the House rules rope that eight ultra-conservative Republican House members used to hang him in the historic vote on the “motion to vacate the chair” that ousted the California lawmaker from his leadership post. 

 The Brandon Police Department issued the following statement. 

 Rankin County Sheriff Bryan Bailey issued the following statement. 

 Never let it be said the law applies to the EPA.  The NAACP filed an environmental civil rights complaint against the state of Mississippi a year ago yet the agency still has not ruled on the complaint even though the law required it to do so within 180 days.   

Nita Martin announced her "separation" as Chief Executive Officer of the Central Mississippi Association of Realtors on Facebook: 

 It seems JPD has been playing around with the crime stats again.  Of course,  JPD Command didn't mean to do it mind you.  It was just an honest mistake, you see.  WLBT reported last night: 

 Some dogs, believe it or not, can be little escape artists as shown below. 

 WARNING: GRAPHIC IMAGES AND VIDEOS ARE POSTED BELOW.

 It's war yet again in the Middle East after Hamas butchered hundreds of Israeli civilians while taking hundreds more as hostages to be used for sport Saturday.  Posted below are some pictures and videos of Hamas savagery. 

The Republican stars are showing up for Mississippi House of Representatives District 64 candidate is holding a fund-raiser tomorrow night. 

 Red Mountain Entertainment issued the following statement. 

The city of Pearl issued the following statement and video. 

What happens when Shakespeare meets Texas? 

721 pages of public comments regarding the takeover of Jackson's sewer system by water receiver Ted Henifin were submitted to the EPA.  95% of the comments approved of the takeover despite the public gnashing of teeth by opponents such as Rukia Lumumba.  Not many readers have the time or inclination to read all 721 pages so the Kingfish has taken that burden upon himself and is posting the more notable comments.  

The ghost of Joe Piscarcic appeared yesterday. 

Who is Satan? What is he about? What does he do? What are his names? Does he exist?  Continuing his preaching on angels, the late Dr. Frank Pollard answered those questions and more as he delved into the subject of the fallen angel himself.  Dr. Pollard paints a picture, no, creates a mosaic of a being who is beautiful and terrible yet fatally flawed with false pride.   Watch the sermon posted below as Dr. Pollard addresses the Prince of this world.  

Last week Jackson Public Schools announced a plan to close 16 schools “due to declining enrollment.” 

The weather is perfect for a drink, cigar, and what else but a good book.  If you like to read about politics mixed with a heavy dose of tabasco sauce and humor, check out Louisiana Political Hijinks by long-time Edwin Edwards confidante, Clyde Vidrine. If you want a window into Louisiana corruption, this book is a good place to start.  Enjoy.

 The Flowood Police Department posted the following statement on social media. 

In May of 2020 the Trump administration launched Operation Warp Speed to accelerate production of a vaccine for COVID-19. Against all odds and amidst an avalanche of criticism from political opponents and media, Big Pharma produced so-called vaccines using mRNA technology before the end of 2020. Trump’s critics had continually pronounced all kinds of warnings about these experimental vaccines before the election. Ironically, after Joe Biden entered the White House the tables turned and Trump’s critics all praised President Biden for endorsing the vaccines.

 Beware the natural disaster contractors.  WLBT reported: 

 JJ posted a plethora of public comments Wednesday that were submitted to the EPA on placing Jackson's sewer system under the control of the Great Water Buffalo, Ted Henifin.  95% of the comments approved of the takeover.  Since there were 721 pages of public comments, JJ is weeding through them all so you don't have to and posting the more notable comments.  Today is dedicated to the opponents of the takeover.  Read what they had to say in their own words.  Enjoy.

 Former Mississippi Superintendent of Education Dr. Carey Wright will be the interim Maryland Superintendent of Education.  The Maryland Department of Education issued the following statement: 

I promise, I am not making disparaging remarks about our governor. You must trust me for a moment while the vision floods your brain of our Honorable Gov’s momma pinning a corsage on his blue plaid jacket, kissing his forehead, and telling him goodbye as he departs for his first Jr. High sock hop dance.

No, forget him. I am actually referring to sweet po-taters that come from the garden.

Meanwhile over at Highway 80 and Gallatin Street.....

JJ falls behind at times and this post is one of those times. Waaaaay back in the spring, yours truly commissioned Ole Miss student photographer Zoe Keyes to shoot some photos around campus while the season is in bloom.  Apologies for posting so late but please enjoy her work posted below.

 Rankin-Madison County District Attorney Bubba Bramlett issued the following statement. 

 Posted below is a summary of how local school districts performed in the 2022-2023 school year.  There was little change from last year but for the charter schools.  JJ will post the scores for individual schools next week.  Read and weep. 

Canton politico Cleve Anderson will be going to trial after he managed to talk himself out of a guilty plea hearing in federal court last week.  

 The city of Pearl issued the following statement. 

Annie Oeth authored the following press release for UMMC. 

 JJ posted yesterday the public comments that were submitted to the EPA on placing the Jackson sewer system under the control of Water Tsar Ted Henifin.  Let's face it, not many people are going to read all 721 pages of public comments so the Kingfish is reading them for you.  JJ is going to post a batch of notable comments every day as we work through them together.  There are several that deserve their own posts and their own posts they shall receive. Kick off your shell cordovan shoes, fix a drink, light a cee-gar, and enjoy.

Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement. 

 The Exorcist is playing tonight at Tinseltown in Pearl.   Thankfully, Pearl police are not going to arrest anyone nor confiscate the movie as took place nearly 50 years ago in Jackson and Hattiesburg.  The movie generated a tidal wave of controversy.  Angry doesn't begin to describe how some people felt about the movie.  Check out their comments and letters to the editor. 

 Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens issued the following statement. 

 My first paying job was as a 12-years old. I mowed the lawns of my neighbors. Growing up in the house of a widowed single mom who was a public school art teacher, it was clear that if I was going to have any money to do or buy anything I was going to have to earn it myself. We owned a big wheel Yazoo lawnmower that felt as heavy as a Volkswagen, and I pushed it around the streets of our neighborhood, from house to house, earning $10.00 per yard. That was big money back then. It was enough to buy two albums at the record store with some money left over for candy or a hamburger. 

 For those who are interested, Google is rolling out its new products online.  Some of the offerings are new phones, new watches, and new earbuds.  Enjoy.  

 Mississippi currently has 35 inmates on Death Row, according to Mississippi Department of Corrections data – 34 men and one woman. 

 House of Representatives District #64 Candidate Amile Wilson had an interesting experience while he was campaigning recently.  

 The University of Mississippi Medical Center issued the following press release. 

 Madison Timber Receiver Alysson Mills settled her clawback lawsuits with Trustmark, Bankplus, and River Hills banks. Ms. Mills disclosed the settlements in her 90-day status report submitted to U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves Friday. 

 The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce issued the following statement. 

State Auditor Shad White issued the following statement. 

Rankin County Undersheriff Paul Holley resigned his position today.  No other information is available. 

95% of the public comments submitted to the EPA approved of Ted Henifin taking over Jackson's sewer system.  That's right.  633 out of 666 (how appropriate) public comments said Henifin is doing a helluva job.  So much for Sista Rukia claiming she represents the people.  Hmm.... isn't that what elected representatives do?  Well, since the Lumumbas like to play games, we are going to play a game today, we are going to play one here today. 

Ted Henifin is now the water and sewer Tsar of Jackson.  U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate approved a stipulated order that places the management of Jackson's sewer system under Ted Henifin.  Mr. Henifin is the manager of JXN Water.   The Justice Department, EPA, and city of Jackson agreed to the stipulated order. Public interest in the matter was strong as the EPA received 666 public comments on the proposed stipulated order.   The noise made by the Order of the Sisters of Rukia was just that, a bunch of noise as 95% of the comments approved of Mr. Henifin's management.

 California Governor Gavin Newsome appointed Laphonza Butler to serve the remainder of the late Dianne Feinstein's term in the U.S. Senate.  Senator Butler is a native of Magnolia, Mississippi and a graduate of Jackson State University.  

 Let the water bottles fly.  

 A shootout took place at the Jasco gas station across from the Wendy's on Ellis Avenue tonight.  

 Never Underestimate the power of the -oh group.  Donuts, anyone?

 Gluckstadt Police Chief Wendell Watts resigned his position last week.  Mr. Watts will be the Assistant Police Chief at the Jackson Police Department.  

It robs the intellect.  It destroys.  It leaves bombed out shells where our lives once stood.  The late Dr. Frank Pollard described sin as such in the 1994 sermon posted below.  He minced no words nor told any funny stories as he preached from Romans 3:9-20.   If you can't make it to church, enjoy the sermon. 

 Gov. Tate Reeves’ unexpected proposal to increase Medicaid funding for hospitals stirred the political pot.