Health care debates reveal angry America Aug 18, 2009
Roger Wicker and other leaders are sponsoring town hall meetings across Mississippi. Thompson, who supports the current health care reform, said he has heard from plenty of constituents on both sides of the health care debate. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Miss. senator: Health care plan too costly Aug 12, 2009
Roger Wicker voiced his opposition Tuesday to President Barack Obama's proposed health care overhaul, but he didn't have to worry about loud outbursts from his small audience in a University of Mississippi Medical Center conference room ... Roger Wicker, R-Miss. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Senators question CVS merger deal Jul 31, 2009
In a letter dated July 23, Arkansas Democrat Mark Pryor and Mississippi Republican Roger Wicker asked the FTC to take appropriate action if CVS Caremark is engaging in any anticompetitive or deceptive practices. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
PERRY/Mr. Wicker goes to the Fair Jul 30, 2009
Roger Wicker climbed the stairs at Cabin 291 carrying a bundt cake and speaking to all the porch sitters. Everyone has their favorite parts of the Fair, Wicker told me he likes, "Visiting around. No deadlines." After a bite to eat he set off to visit around and allowed me to tag along. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Nunnelee set for potential 1st District race Jul 28, 2009
who won the post after Republican Roger Wicker was appointed to the U.S. Senate in December 2007. Nunnelee has toured the north Mississippi congressional district over the past few weeks to gauge his support, and he said residents want a leader who will hold the Obama administration more accountable. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Miss. Sen. Cochran opposes Sotomayor Jul 23, 2009
Roger Wicker, a Republican, said earlier this week he also will vote against Sotomayors confirmation ... Thad Cochran (R-MS) and Roger Wicker (R-MS) have said they will oppose her nomination. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Judiciary panel delays Sotomayor vote; Leahy expects confirmation Jul 22, 2009
Senator Roger Wicker, a Mississippi Republican, said yesterday he will vote against Sotomayor because she refused to say during her confirmation hearings that the Second Amendment right to bear arms binds states as well as the federal government - an issue on which the Supreme Court has yet to rule. He said Sotomayor shows an alarming hostility toward law-abiding gun owners across the country, and accused her of having an aversion to impartiality. (Boston Globe)
Ex-Rep. Pickering's Wife Says He Cheated Jul 18, 2009
Roger Wicker, who accepted it. The lawsuit contends that Creekmore Byrd gave Pickering an ultimatum, saying their relationship could not continue if he became a senator because he would have to stay married. (CBS News)
Ex-lawmaker's wife sues alleged mistress Jul 17, 2009
When asked about Leisha Pickering's allegation that Barbour offered the Senate seat to Chip Pickering, Barbour's spokeswoman Laura Hipp said: "The only person the Senate appointment was offered to was Congressman Roger Wicker, who accepted the job.". The lawsuit says Chip Pickering moved May 19 into a home in the same Jackson neighborhood as his alleged mistress. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Rayborn, Mabus sharing lasting friendship Jun 23, 2009
" Rayborn even took his unabashed support for Mabus on the air, appearing with the governor on a radio talk show during his Democratic primary run against former congressman Wayne Dowdy. "They asked me on the air what I thought about Wayne Dowdy, and I said, 'The only person that's gonna vote for Wayne Dowdy is Wayne Dowdy,'" Rayborn recalled. At that point, the friendship was cemented. Rayborn said he has kept up with Mabus throughout his life. He attended Mabus' wedding, received a gift from... (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Ensign to Face the Music Jun 23, 2009
Embattled Republican Will Address Colleagues Today. By John Stanton and Jessica BradyRoll Call Staff June 23, 2009, 12 a.m.. (Roll Call)
FCC to look at mobile handset deals Jun 20, 2009
The senators' June 15 letter was signed by Democrats Kerry, chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Communications, Technology, and the Internet; Byron Dorgan of North Dakota and Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota as well as Republican Roger Wicker of Mississippi. The senators want to know if such agreements were becoming prevalent, limiting consumers' ability to take full advantage of handset technologies, manipulating the competitive marketplace between commercial wireless carriers, and... (MSNBC -- Technology)
Miss. awarded $13M in Katrina grants Jun 17, 2009
Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker say the cities of Pass Christian, Long Beach and DIberville, along with the Bay St. Louis School District has received the funds released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Pass Christian has received over $6. (The Clarion-Ledger)
EDITORIAL/Developing young leaders Jun 16, 2009
Roger Wicker, former Sen. Trent Lott, Secretary of the Navy and former Gov. Ray Mabus, former Attorney General Mike Moore and our newspaper colleague Wyatt Emmerich, who served both as Mississippi Boys State Governor and Boys Nation President. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Reading Is Fundamental Celebrates The 2009 Gift of Reading Gala Jun 4, 2009
Senator Roger Wicker, Mississippi. Congressman Ruben Hinojosa, Texas. (PR Newswire)
House GOP opposing new line of credit for IMF Jun 3, 2009
and homestate GOP colleague Roger Wicker to restore barrier islands along the Mississippi Gulf Coast destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and restore ecosystems such as salt marshes to protect the coast. Without the islands, Mississippi is more vulnerable to future hurricanes. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tentative deal struck in Congress for funding war Jun 2, 2009
Thad Cochran emerged as a big winner since the measure will include up to $489 million sought by him and homestate GOP colleague Roger Wicker to restore barrier islands along the Mississippi Gulf Coast destroyed by Hurricane Katrina and restore ecosystems such as salt marshes to protect the coast. The funding for that and other pet projects came despite an admonition by Obama to keep the measure free of such parochial items commonly called "earmarks.". (AZCentral -- News)
AP: House Votes $97 Billion War Funds, Despite Doubts May 16, 2009
3 billion more than the president requested, much of which was absorbed by $489 million sought by Mississippi Republicans Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker to restore barrier islands along the Mississippi Gulf Coast and restore ecosystems such as salt marshes to protect the coast. Despite the panel's unanimous endorsement, several Republicans said they plan to try to amend the bill to strip out $50 million included in the measure to close Guantanamo. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Senate panel backs Mabus May 15, 2009
Roger Wicker and Thad Cochran, both Republicans, introduced Mabus when he appeared before the Armed Services Committee last month for his confirmation hearing. Wicker is a member of the committee. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Captain says ships need guards to thwart pirates May 1, 2009
"You would end up spending thousands of dollars on flags if you did that," Phillips told Senator Roger Wicker, a Mississippi Republican, since the flag would not hold up well to the elements. But Kerry countered that the cost of the flags might be worth it if they discouraged potential pirates from attempting to board an American vessel. (Boston Globe)
MVSU celebrating 59 years Apr 20, 2009
Roger Wicker and Delta Council Executive Vice President Chip Morgan are set to attend the Mississippi Valley State University Founders Breakfast on Monday, which kicks off the universitys 59th Founders Week celebration. MVSU President Donna Oliver encourages the community to visit the Itta Bena campus during the activities. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Miss. Hills, Delta get historic designation Apr 5, 2009
Roger Wicker, R-Miss. says it will increase chances for tourism, boosting the states economy. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Heritage designation coming Delta’s way Apr 2, 2009
Since the Senate, behind the strong support of senators Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker, passed the legislation in early January, Gresham said, the designation will become official upon the anticipated signature of the president. Gresham said Thompson worked closely with both senators and Rep. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
A proper sendoff Mar 29, 2009
Roger Wicker commended the crowd for its support. Even though many of the soldiers' family members showed up for the farewell celebration, it was people like Melvin Montgomery who helped make the day special. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Obama Nominates Former Miss. Gov As Navy Secretary Mar 28, 2009
Roger Wicker, R-Miss. said Friday that as a member of the Armed Services Committee, he will "fully support" Mabus' nomination. (Newsmax)
AP Source: Ex-Miss. Gov To Get Nod For Navy Post Mar 28, 2009
Roger Wicker, R-Miss. said Friday he had been made aware of Mabus' pending selection. (CBS News -- US)
Taylor pushing wind-policy bill Mar 23, 2009
Roger Wicker, a Republican, is talking with experts about what steps to take on the issue, said Jordan Stoick, a spokesman for Wicker. "Sen. Wicker understands that this isn't just an issue that should be focused on each August and September during hurricane season," Stoick said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
EDITORIAL:Ballot integrity Mar 21, 2009
Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker and 1st District Rep. Travis Childers - are on record in opposition to card check. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Parks, road project help tops county wish list Mar 20, 2009
Roger Wicker and Thad Cochran, as well Reps. Gregg Harper and Travis Childers about federal funding for the six projects, which range from the development of Linbrook Business Park to the construction of baseball fields. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Forest Airport improvements still planned Mar 19, 2009
Roger Wicker and Thad Cochran. Forest is expected to receive some of the funding. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Officials talk emergency mgmt. needs Mar 18, 2009
Roger Wicker, putting before them - among other things - such issues as continued and possibly increased funding for local emergency management offices. He said Sen. (Brookhaven Daily Leader, MS)
Spending bill funds millions in Miss. projects Mar 12, 2009
Taxpayers for Common Sense estimates that both Cochran and Mississippis other senator, Roger Wicker, sit atop the heap when it comes to earmarks, the controversial practice of steering money to pet projects. The group says Cochran is the congressional champion with $437. (The Clarion-Ledger)
EDITORIAL:Omnibus passage Mar 12, 2009
Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker, both Republicans, voted with the 62-35 majority to end debate. Wicker's and Cochran's legislative skills include widely successful earmarking (specific appropriations for Mississippi projects) for programs, agencies and institutions in Mississippi. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
EDITORIAL:Designated funds Mar 8, 2009
Our two equally conservative GOP senators, Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker, vigorously disagree with McCain, as do many others in both parties in the House and Senate. McCain's amendment to strike all earmarks from the omnibus bill was defeated by a 63-32 bipartisan vote. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
...senate Dems work to halt dissent on spending bill Mar 5, 2009
But several other Republicans have said they may support it, including Roger Wicker of Mississippi and Lamar Alexander of Tennessee. Democratic leaders are also hopeful of attracting the votes of Sens. (The Drudge Report)
United Chair to add 125 jobs in Bruce Mar 5, 2009
Roger Wicker said, Over the past 14 years, I have been a strong advocate in Congress for Mississippi s furniture industry. At a time when we are competing with other states and countries around the world, it is gratifying to see Haworth confirm the quality of Mississippi workers and the value of doing business in our state. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Bill has $80 million in Miss. earmarks Mar 5, 2009
Roger Wicker made nine earmarks for $4. 3 million. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Mississippi Editorial Roundup Mar 4, 2009
funding that will be directed to Mississippi will do much to help our state recover from the economic downturn we face," Cochran said.Both he and Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Miss., say they will likely vote to approve the bill.Even Blue Dog Democrats Reps. Gene Taylor, D-Miss., and Travis Childers, D-Miss. both of whom voted against the bill inserted plenty of earmarks, making their objections to the bill a bit incongruous.Those who criticize earmarking say it is inherently corrupting and only... (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Miss. would get billions if spending bill OK'd Mar 2, 2009
Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker and former Rep. Chip Pickering. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Tishomingo County finds hope again Mar 1, 2009
3/1/2009 5:07:15 AMDaily Journal. By Lena MitchellDaily Journal Corinth Bureau. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
EDITORIAL:Trains over Tupelo Feb 20, 2009
Roger Wicker when he was a congressman. Additional careful thought is required. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Childers on stimulus: Doing nothing wasn't an option' Feb 20, 2009
Roger Wicker of Tupelo was appointed to replace Trent Lott in the Senate. Childers later met with about 100 people at the Lee County Justice Center, who came to hear how the stimulus - officially the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act - would help small businesses. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Forest airport nets grant Feb 20, 2009
WASHINGTON Mississippi Senators Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker have announced a total fund of 4,495,260 to benefit the state s airports. The 4. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Sens. Cochran and Wicker announce $4.4 million for state airports Feb 19, 2009
WASHINGTON Senators Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has released 4,495,260 in funding for airports across the state of Mississippi. Sen. (Calhoun City Monitor Herald, MS)
Survey: Some senators admit tax errors Feb 11, 2009
SEN. ROGER WICKER (R-Miss. Do you prepare your own taxes. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
EDITORIAL:Stimulus money Feb 8, 2009
Many senators, including Mississippi Republicans Thad Cochran and Roger Wicker, say they want more focus on creating jobs immediately and raise questions about the ultimate costs of the plan. Those questions, in the context of debate, are fair, necessary and could add to the public's understanding of a complex and costly bill. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
