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MS SR54
Resolution
Status
3/30/2021
Primary Sponsor
Sollie Norwood
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AI Summary
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Recognizes Jimmie Gates' 40-year career as a journalist with The Clarion Ledger and its sister paper Jackson Daily News, retiring December 1, 2020
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Honors Gates' work covering multiple beats including community features, minority affairs, government, courts, and criminal justice, known for fairness and gentle interviewing style
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Acknowledges Gates' role as Capitol Correspondent bridging the Legislature, newspaper, and community, including coverage of major policy changes like the 2021 state flag and medical marijuana approval
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Commends Gates' reporting contributions to Mississippi and extends best wishes to him and his family for future successes
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Directs the resolution be presented to Gates, forwarded to The Clarion Ledger Executive Editor, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Recognize the 40-year career of The Clarion Ledger Capitol Correspondent Jimmie Gates.
Last Action
Adopted
3/30/2021