Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Gunning for Governor

 Former Mississippi Speaker of the House of Representatives Phillip Gunn is all in on running for Governor in 2027.  He announced on Facebook: 

I’m proud of my record of helping bring new life to Mississippi. Now, I’m running for Governor because it’s time we make it the envy of the nation.
And I hope you’ll join me: philipgunn.org

 


Let's see: Gunn and Gipson announced they are running for Governor with Shad White and Lynn Fitch expected to throw their hats in the ring.   There is also the specter of Tommy Duff.  What will he do?  2027 is going to be fun. 

27 comments:

Anonymous said...

“I’m proud of my record of doing back-room deals to go against the votes and will of Mississippi voters and change the state flag. Don’t worry, our new flag will be as ugly and ridiculous as how most people in Mississippi dress for social events”

Anonymous said...

No thanks. At this point, the field of candidates is not real inspiring.

Anonymous said...

With those 4 politicians kingfish named, I sure hope Duff runs.

Anonymous said...

What a loser. How could you get excited to vote for this absolute do-nothing spineless loser. Tommy Duff, please save us!

Anonymous said...

I look forward to voting against him. He raised my taxes.

Anonymous said...

Who is he?

Anonymous said...

Did Gunn ever have a real job?

Anonymous said...

I’m proud of my record in vetoing Gunn’s governorship.

Anonymous said...

If nothing else at this point in life has given you sufficient motivation to move out of Mississippi, please consider the next field of gubernatorial candidates, both R and D.

Anonymous said...

I will stay home and not vote before I would vote for this RINO

Anonymous said...

In his most recent ad, Gunn projects himself as a prophet sent by The Lord. At least 'The Hat' has ministerial credentials.

Anonymous said...

Too little education , Too much religion .....

Anonymous said...

No. Just No.

Anonymous said...

Nope, just sucking on the public teet.

Anonymous said...

Aside from the state flag mess, why do y'all hate Gunn so much?

Anonymous said...

Yeah Duff is just what we need, another billionaire in charge. Things are working out so well with the current one, why not elect another? Goddamn this state is stupid.

Anonymous said...

I'll wait to see the complete list of candidates but while serving as Speaker I did appreciate Gunn's strong arming of the House Democrats versus Hosemann's weak appeasement of same in the Senate.

Anonymous said...

Nope .

Anonymous said...

Nyet.

Anonymous said...

"Aside from the state flag mess, why do y'all hate Gunn so much?'

Meet the new Tate, same as the old Tate.

Anonymous said...

Is he coming out of the closet and running as a Democrat or continue to pretend to be a republican?

Little Man said...

Homer Stokes for guvnor. Sweep this state clean!

Anonymous said...

Mr. Gunn -- if this thread is any indication of your chances in the upcoming election -- I advise you to take your campaign donations and comfortably retire in the small bedroom community of your choice. Your chance of winning the election is slim and none -- and slim just voted for Duff.

Anonymous said...

one only needs a flap like the flag issue to vote for someone else, particularly in a hotly contested race with a bevy of lackluster candidates. This is like a beauty contest in Satartia.

Anonymous said...

Did he say envy of the nation? HAHAHA

So from "thank God for Mississippi" to "envy of the nation" is political wordsmithing at its finest -- good luck Mr. Career Politician

Anonymous said...

The BEST candidate who's announced so far. Prove me wrong.

Anonymous said...

I'm voting for Shad.
@10:34: I didn't know that Tater was a billionaire. I don't think that the Orange Man is our governor.


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