Politics

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Your Vote Counts
Jan 17 – Dec 31.
Students get to use a real voting machine to vote on a variety of issues. The Secretary of State's office is the sponsor.
Old Capitol Museum.
Free.

filed under: Community, Politics, Youth.

Cobby Williams Meet and Greet
Thu, Feb 23, 7:00 pm.
At The Penguin Restaurant and Bar (1100 John R. Lynch St.). Williams is a candidate for U.S. Congress, Second Congressional District. RSVP.
.
Free.

filed under: Food and Drink, Politics, Community.

Inaugural Elementary Youth Legislature
Fri, Feb 24, 9:00 am.
Students participate in a mock legislative session to gain knowledge of Mississippi's political and legislative systems.
Old Capitol Museum.

filed under: Community, Politics, Youth.

Catholic Day at the Capitol
Wed, Jan 26, 9:30 am.
Catholic Charities is the sponsor. Participants meet for advocacy and issue training, and discuss issues with legislators. The keynote speaker is Martha Gaynoe of Catholic Relief Services, Southeast Regional Office. Registration required.
Mississippi Department of Education.
Free.

filed under: Community, Politics.

"Directing Democracy: Mississippi’s Elected Officials" School Program
Mar 1 – Mar 31.
The program for fourth graders and up explains the roles of elected officials and the election process. Reservations required.
Old Capitol Museum.

filed under: Community, Politics, Youth.


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