Miss. minority contractors to hold luncheon Nov 19, 2009
Bennie Thompson will be the keynote speaker at the event, Revitalizing the Mississippi Economy Through Minority Business Enterprises. . (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mayor returnsto D.C. to seekairport funding Nov 12, 2009
Bennie Thompson and Rep ... Bennie Thompson, Young said he also cited a need for a new rescue vehicle for the city fire department. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Three thank Rep. Thompson for his health care vote Nov 11, 2009
Today, I woke up and knew that my congressional representative, Bennie Thompson, took a stand for a better American future. Today, I am proud that Congressman Thompson is my elected representative, and that his vote represents the will of his district. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
House narrowly passes health bill Nov 8, 2009
Bennie Thompson said in a statement. "This health care legislation will provide security for seniors, guarantee health insurance coverage for the uninsured, make health care more affordable for middle-class families and contrary to popular belief, reduce the federal deficit over the next 10 years and beyond while covering 96 percent of Americans," Thompson said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Childers going against Dems Nov 7, 2009
"His decision comes as Democratic leaders scramble to muster enough votes for one of their top legislative priorities. Childers is expected to be in one of the most competitive House races in 2010. Republicans say his seat will be a priority in the 2010 elections. President Barack Obama, who has pressed for health care reform, is scheduled to address Democrats at the Capitol today.Other key Blue Dogs, including Gene Taylor of Mississippi's 4th District and Bobby Bright of Alabama, say they will... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Ayers private endowment idle Nov 2, 2009
Bennie Thompson, D-Bolton, has offered to help the board as it looks to fund the private endowment, Lanier Avant, his chief of staff, told The Clarion-Ledger in September. 1. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Thompson to speak at LUL luncheon Oct 24, 2009
Bennie Thompson to speak at Louisville Urban League luncheon - Business First of Louisville ... Bennie Thompson to speak at Louisville Urban League luncheon. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Some in Miss. upset by Obama snub Oct 15, 2009
Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat and chairman of the House Homeland Security committee, said in a statement that Obama "has made significant commitments to Mississippi's rebuilding and mitigation efforts and I'm sure this will not be his last trip down there.". Katrina made landfall near Bay St. Louis and Waveland, about 50 miles east of New Orleans. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Walking papers: Seeing disease defeated family's goal Oct 13, 2009
This past summer, they wanted to do something on a larger scale to help others coping with SMA. Jeff reached out to politicians and received support from Congressmen Gregg Harper and Bennie Thompson, and Sen. Roger Wicker, all of whom co-sponsored the SMA Treatment Acceleration bill. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Startup carmaker unveils prototypes Oct 7, 2009
Bennie Thompson, whose district includes Tunica County. Former President Bill Clinton also has been active in the project, traveling to Hong Kong and introducing company representatives to heads of state at his recent global initiative, Wang said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Raising the dead to vote Sep 24, 2009
Another serious allegation involved Canton where a candidate sent a letter to Congressman Bennie Thompson alleging several hundred voters registered at vacant buildings or lots and instances of dead people voting. Almost 16 percent of the called in complaints concerned the violation of the 150-foot prohibition against campaigning around a precinct. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Congressman to hold forum Thursday Sep 23, 2009
Bennie Thompson will host a forum titled Renew, Reinvest, Recover: Doing business with the Department of Homeland Security at the Washington County Convention Center on Thursday. The forum begins at 1 p.m. in room 140 of the center and will conclude at 2:50 p.m. It is the fifth in a series of discussions offered by Rep. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Ayers funding plan still elusive Sep 20, 2009
Bennie Thompson, D-Bolton, has offered to help the board as it looks to fund the private endowment, said Lanier Avant, his chief of staff. Thompson is one of the original plaintiffs in the Ayers case. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Audit: Border fence costs billions to maintain Sep 18, 2009
Bennie Thompson, chairman of the House Homeland Security committee, called the fence a "serious challenge" that the Obama administration has inherited. In remarks prepared for a hearing Thursday, the Mississippi Democrat said the GAO's findings are troubling. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
Family raising awareness for Spinal Muscular Atrophy disease Sep 12, 2009
"(2 of 2)There's growing support as people learn about spinal muscular atrophy and its devastating effects. The Hortons are starting a foundation called "Stop SMA" that will raise awareness and funds for SMA research. They also plan to launch a Web site in several weeks. In addition, Gov. Haley Barbour signed a proclamation making August SMA Awareness Month. Congressman Gregg Harper co-sponsored the SMA Treatment Acceleration Act with Congressman Bennie Thompson and Senator Roger Wicker."When we... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Ex-Melton guard gets probation Sep 10, 2009
Bennie Thompson and Bishop Ronnie Crudup of New Horizon Church, as well as a letter from Police Chief Jimmy Rogers in Wright's hometown of Morton. Crudup sat with Wright's family during the sentencing. (The Clarion-Ledger)
'Toolbox of programs' helps farmers, environment Sep 9, 2009
Bennie Thompson and NRCS officials met with farmers in Isola, Belzoni and Stoneville, listening to concerns. Water quality and water quantity were big issues discussed, Wilkes said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Swine flu case numbers double Sep 2, 2009
Numbers of confirmed and suspected cases of flu have doubled in several school districts in a week's time, but U.S. House Homeland Security Chairman Bennie Thompson says Mississippi's health and emergency leaders appear prepared to handle the situation. Thompson and U.S. Department of Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Jane Holl Lute met privately Tuesday with health, education and emergency management officials to discuss the H1N1 flu virus as new numbers came in that put probable cases in the... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Civil tone at town hall Aug 27, 2009
Bennie Thompson at the Elks Serene Lodge on Alexander Street last night was smooth going. Somewhere around 280-plus people, including police, fire, local politicians and media, comfortably crowded into the auditorium. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Mississippi remembers political 'giant' Aug 27, 2009
Bennie Thompson - who co-chaired Kennedy's presidential campaign in Mississippi in 1980 while still a student at Tougaloo College and has remained friends - remembers collaborating with Kennedy on a number of issues, ranging from health care to education. "The legacy of Sen. Edward Kennedy will without question live on, and I think the first act will be through Congress passing health insurance reform legislation," said the 2nd District congressman and Democrat. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Health care reform Aug 27, 2009
Greenville, Mississippi - - Chronicling Stories of the Delta since 1868. Wednesday, August 26, 2009 1:13 PM CDT. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Miss. auditor holds fed stimulus training Aug 26, 2009
Bennie Thompson says officials who handle stimulus money should expect public scrutiny for how the funds are spent. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Health care town hall draws crowd Aug 25, 2009
Bennie Thompson Monday in Jackson ... Bennie Thompson, D-Miss. (The Clarion-Ledger)
We know how to act at a town hall meeting, right? Aug 23, 2009
Looks like Bennie Thompson is coming to Greenville Tuesday for a town hall meeting about President Obama's healthcare plan. With all the questions and confusion about the multi-faceted healthcare bill, I can't wait to hear what he's got to say at the Serene Lodge. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Bennie Thompson looks to health care dialogue for decision Aug 19, 2009
The Greenville event, set to begin at 6:30 p.m., will be hosted by Congressman Bennie Thompson (2nd District). Thompson is among the many Democrats moderating town hall meetings as Congress recesses and universal health care tops the Obama administration's agenda. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Health care debates reveal angry America Aug 18, 2009
Bennie Thompson, U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker and other leaders are sponsoring town hall meetings across Mississippi. (The Clarion-Ledger)
PERRY/2010's political feast Jul 16, 2009
While they may pull challengers, I expect Second District Congressman Bennie Thompson of Bolton, Third District Congressman Gregg Harper of Pearl and Fourth District Congressman Gene Taylor of Bay St. Louis to all seek and be elected to another term. Republican Joe Tegerdine of Petal has already announced his intention to challenge Taylor, the entrenched and popular maverick from the Coast. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
SDRHA considers rent protests political, unfounded Jul 14, 2009
Tenants have also sought the aid of Congressman Bennie Thompson, whose office and legal representatives could not be contacted for comment as of press time. But Friday, SDRHA Executive Director Ann L. Jefferson said these protests were unfounded. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
PERRY/GOP lines up against Childers Jul 9, 2009
(The 2006 Republican nominee for congress against Bennie Thompson was Yvonne Brown, a black republican woman mayor. But the time may not yet have come when Northeast Mississippi will elect someone to congress who was instrumental in expanding gaming in the state. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Congress's Travel Tab Swells... Spending on Taxpayer-Funded Trips Rises Tenfold...From Italy to the Galpagos... Jul 3, 2009
Bennie Thompson (D., Miss. the chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, led a group to Brazil, Argentina, Peru and Panama. (The Drudge Report)
PERRY/New mayors take office Jul 2, 2009
Voters in Greenwood disappointed Congressman Bennie Thompson by electing independent Carolyn McAdams over incumbent Democrat Sheriel Perkins. Thompson campaigned for Perkins telling voters they needed to reelect the incumbent to set "Greenwood free again" and if they wanted to stop the hospital from continuing to lay off employees and close wards, they needed to keep the same leadership. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
2 picked for Miss. USDA posts Jun 30, 2009
Bennie Thompson will fill two key Department of Agriculture posts in Mississippi. The Obama Administration today announced that Michael Sullivan will serve as executive director for the USDAs Farm Service Agency in the state and Trina George will serve as state director for Rural Development. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Shields are part of new U.S. drug war strategy Jun 6, 2009
Bennie Thompson, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, said the strategy is missing a key piece. I am disappointed that it does not call on departments of Homeland Security and Justice to resolve their long-standing turf battles over drug investigations, the Mississippi Democrat said. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Thompson’s College Scores Apr 28, 2009
House Homeland Security Chairman Bennie Thompson (D-Miss. is seeking earmarks worth millions of dollars for homeland security projects at the small Mississippi college that he attended, though the school could not explain what the earmarks are for and does not yet appear to have the capacity to provide the services that Thompson wants to fund. (Roll Call)
The faux outrage over Homeland Security report Apr 17, 2009
Bennie Thompson, D-Miss. wrote in a letter to Napolitano. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Spies 'infiltrate US power grid' Apr 9, 2009
Mississippi Democratic Representative Bennie Thompson, chairman of the House of Representatives Homeland Security Committee, said he would introduce legislation to address weaknesses in the system. "Our electric system is critical to our way of life, and we cannot afford to leave it vulnerable to attack. Our oversight indicates there is a significant gap in current regulation to effectively secure the infrastructure," he said. (BBC News -- Technology)
$6.8M set aside for roads in Hinds Apr 7, 2009
Bennie Thompson, the Central Mississippi Planning and Development District recalculated the distribution of funds for Rankin, Hinds and Madison counties. Attempts to reach Thompson were not successful. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Heritage designation coming Delta’s way Apr 2, 2009
Tom Gresham, a Sunflower County businessman who serves as chairman of the Development Department Board of Directors for Delta Council, cited the leadership of Chairman Bennie Thompson, who urged the House of Representatives to vote overwhelmingly for the Omnibus Public Land Management Act of 2009, which establishes the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area. Since the Senate, behind the strong support of senators Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker, passed the legislation in early January, Gresham... (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Congressman: Stimulus dollars for rural areas, too Mar 17, 2009
Bennie Thompson, had people overflowing into the Medical Mall corridor, vying to hear what they need to do to get their hands on a piece of the recovery pie ... Bennie Thompson of Bolton addresses questions from a standing-room-only crowd regarding 00004000 the federal stimulus package at a town hall meeting at the Jackson Medical Mall on Monday morning ... Bennie Thompson on Monday at the Jackson Medical Mall, Carol Hartzog of Jackson asks what the stimulus package will do for small business... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mayor seeking stimulus funds; Washington Ave. on agenda Mar 17, 2009
Bennie Thompson have also been invited. Part of our challenge with the stimulus funds has been it's harder for small cities to compete with bigger cities for funding, said Hudson. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
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Bennie Thompson said. Gov. Haley Barbour stated to the business leaders of the Gulf Coast that the state will lose $1. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hinds fighting for road funds Mar 14, 2009
Bennie Thompson said ... Bennie Thompson, D-Bolton, will host a town hall meeting about the federal stimulus package from 9-11:30 a.m. Monday in the Jackson Medical Mall's community meeting room. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Minor offenses trip up illegals Mar 5, 2009
After Mr. Riley's statement to the committee that there is no definition in place for "serious crime," committee Chairman Bennie Thompson, Mississippi Democrat, questioned how the program's effectiveness could be evaluated for continued support and funding. "If we have memorandums of understanding to stop and apprehend serious criminals, but we can't define what a serious crime is, how can we measure anything?" Mr. Thompson said. (Insight on the News)
Recovery funds in Gulf unspent Mar 4, 2009
Bennie Thompson, Mississippi Democrat and the full committee chairman. Let me be clear though, I don't think it's entirely a problem with the states, he said. (Insight on the News)
Galveston mayor says FEMA needs to be revamped Mar 4, 2009
And the chair of the Homeland Security Committee, Mississippi Democratic Congressman Bennie Thompson, said he was convinced, quote, "we can improve accountability and streamline the red tape.". Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (KSLA.com, LA)
Miss. would get billions if spending bill OK'd Mar 2, 2009
Bennie Thompson, and $7. 6 million for improvements to I-69, which was sought by Cochran and Wicker. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Washington in 5 minutes Feb 28, 2009
Bennie Thompson, Mississippi Democrat, said the inspector general's report raises serious concerns. With and Ms. Napolitano pledging to address mass transit security, Mr. Thompson said he is confident that there will eventually be enough inspectors to do the job. (Insight on the News)
No terror talk: Homeland Security head's new tone Feb 25, 2009
Securing the borders, responding to natural disasters, ensuring transportation safety, protecting critical infrastructure and administering grants are the priorities, Mississippi Democrat Bennie Thompson says. The United States hasn't been attacked since 2001, and the color-coded threat alert system hasn't changed since 2006 when a U.S.-bound terrorist plot was thwarted in the United Kingdom. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Democrats strike different tone on Katrina Feb 20, 2009
Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat who chairs the House Homeland Security Committee. "(The states) have to demonstrate that they can be good custodians of the money.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
Fixing Katrina left out of economic stimulus Feb 20, 2009
Bennie Thompson, D-Miss. who chairs the House Homeland Security Committee. (USA Today)
Report opposes spinning off FEMA Feb 19, 2009
Bennie Thompson, Mississippi Democrat and chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, countered Mr. Oberstar's plea and in a memo to Mr. Obama said that removing FEMA from the department would disrupt distribution of grants and hamstring preparedness. It would also likely undermine our ability to mount an effective response to disaster, he said. (Insight on the News)
Slaughter-Harvey withdraws name from federal post consideration Feb 12, 2009
Slaughter-Harvey, 62, has a significant legal and political pedigree that fits the mold that U.S. Representative Bennie Thompson may be looking for in those he recommends to Obama for federal appointments, according to columnist and Clarion-Ledger Perspectives Editor Sid Salter of Forest. Thompson and Slaughter-Harvey have a long history together when it comes to the civil rights struggle, Salter wrote in a recent column about Thompson s and Slaughter-Harvey s friendship which dates back to... (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
