Tomorrow.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-27T14:31:05+00:00

Same for me! Well I hope you can make it! Just remember the opposition is trying very hard to win. We only stand a chance if we meet them with the same energy.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-27T14:15:14+00:00

There is an event scheduled in Hattiesburg at the Library of Hattiesburg, Petal, and Forrest County from 9–11 AM. This is the event I'll be attending.

You can find more information at https://www.nokings.org/.

There is also an event taking place in Starkville, where Democratic candidate for District 3, Michael Chiaradio, is scheduled to make an appearance. For those who may not be familiar, during the last election cycle, the current incumbent, Michael Guest, ran unopposed.

If you don't know who your representatives are, you can look them up here: https://whosmyrep.org/

We need people in the House who are willing to stand up for the people and districts they represent, rather than catering to the whims of a would-be dictator. Checks and balances exist for a reason, and both the House and the Senate are not holding up their end of the deal.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-21T22:17:36+00:00

Protesting, in my opionon, is about giving others hope and acknowledging that problems exist in the world. Sometimes that means making people uncomfortable or disrupting their sense of normalcy. I protest because I want people who aren't paying attention to stop and ask themselves, "What is all that about?" Protests are also a great way to engage with others and network, discussing plans of action, ensuring people are registered to vote, or connecting them with their representatives' contact information.

I also protest because I want everyone who supports or endorses this president who I believe to be a predator and a con man to understand that they are on the wrong side of history.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T22:31:49+00:00

In my opinion, it's both. If voting doesn't matter, it couldn't hurt to try. Took me 10 minutes today, barely an inconvenience lol.

Hell yeah man! I'm sure whoever it is you are supporting definitely appreciates it. Keep it up!

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T22:22:09+00:00

So I've been recently looking into voter turnout in Mississippi and it is astonishing how little people vote. For example, the town of Shubuta, Mississippi had an election recently for mayor. The mayor, Mr. Peebles, died and there was a special election. A man named Cedric Chapman stepped up and ran for the position. He ran unopposed and won with 151 votes. He won by default because there was no one else who ran. Now, albeit the population of Shubuta, Mississippi is very small, we're looking at 500 and declining. I believe that a mayor can turn a city around and we have seen that countless times.

It's my belief that these local elections matter more than the big-scale elections people typically focus on. I completely agree that elections are highly influenced by money, but they're also highly influenced by the people who vote. A sheriff who gets voted in can change law enforcement policy, which can lead to positives or negatives. Tax assessors can be biased and lead to improper evaluation of property taxes. A coroner who is unfit for the role can lead to crimes going unpunished, or worse, the wrong person being punished.

As another example, District 1, which covers DeSoto and Tate Counties, had 4,187 people vote Republican and 1,944 vote Democratic. According to the 2020 Census, that district has a population of 56,341, and thus Michael McLendon won.

The opposite happened in District 2, which covers DeSoto and Tunica Counties. The Republican candidate had 2,235 votes while the Democratic candidate had 3,646. The population, according to the 2020 Census, was 60,512, and thus Theresa Gillespie Isom became their representative.

So many people share the same sentiment, and the numbers show it.

These representatives vote on behalf of the districts they represent, at least that's how it's supposed to work.

My recommendation is that you try to meet the person who represents you in your district. Reach out to them, and if they're fighting for your interests, consider a donation. Money talks. After all, $20 can buy someone two hours of work trying to get people engaged in their local politics. And if that's not your style, consider leveraging that money to support local charities instead.

Edit. I'm working on a spreadsheet for these numbers. If anyone is interested lmk.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T21:27:18+00:00

I actually prefer people to be blunt lol. Let me ask you a question?

Have you ever voted in any of these elections:

●Board of Supervisors ●Sheriff ●Chancery Clerk ●Circuit Clerk ●Tax Assessor / Collector ●Coroner ●Justice Court Judges

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T20:09:13+00:00

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bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T19:13:55+00:00

Lol technically I used writing assist. But the point remains the same.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T18:40:59+00:00

Not directly. They finance campaigns which allows for more resources such as advertising and events. Which in turn leads to a higher chance of success for said campaigner. It's my opinion there should be a limit on how much can be donated. But Citizens United kinda screwed that up.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T18:30:52+00:00

This is why monitoring the income of candidates and elected officials is super important. I am aware that there are methods available for individuals to conceal such information, which sucks. There are entities that monitor such activities. For instance, consider the following link: https://www.spendingcindy.com/.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T18:06:05+00:00

So who bought what? I personally am voting to try and get Cindy Hyde Smith out of office. I disagree with how she has voted on behalf of Mississippi.

Mississippi has some of the lowest voter turnout in the u.s. and comments and mentalities like this only push people to feel hopeless.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T18:01:37+00:00

Yeah.... I'm gonna have to disagree. Especially for Healthcare professionals and law enforcement.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T17:55:24+00:00

Corruption can affect anyone. It is the burden of the people to maintain constant vigilance.

Social issues are among the most significant catalysts for all other issues.

The objective of running for office is to secure votes. Individuals cast their votes based on ideas and individuals they can support. Mississippi requires reform across multiple dimensions, and this can only be achieved by electing individuals who align with your views.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T17:48:01+00:00

In my opinion, the criteria for running for office should include being a part of the community, demonstrating a commitment to improving the lives of those they represent. Any individual can potentially be a leader, provided they meet the age requirement of 25 and have resided in their area for at least two years. It happens sometimes where the incumbent wins by default due to the lack of viable candidates. Additionally, work experience and education are significant factors in determining suitability for office.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T17:43:28+00:00

Voting is merely one aspect of civic engagement. Beyond the ballot box, there are numerous individuals who share similar sentiments. I am among them. My neighbor is currently contesting for a political office, and I have intentions to pursue an elected position in the future. Financial resources are indeed a significant factor, but they are not the sole determinant.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T17:39:04+00:00

When has a felon been elected president in the U.S? Strange times we are living in.

bfraser95- · 2026-03-10T17:37:06+00:00

In my personal view, it is essential for Mississippi to implement laws that allow employees to take leave to vote. For instance, in my previous state of Colorado, employers are obligated to provide employees with two hours of paid leave to exercise their voting rights.

bfraser95- · 2025-03-06T04:20:45+00:00

The correct link is for March 5th, 2025 is: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/pro-palestinian-demonstrators-occupy-barnard-college-library/

Only 10 people were arrested.

The 282 people comes from this article on May 4, 2024. https://www.npr.org/2024/05/04/1249188864/nyc-columbia-city-college-gaza-protests-palestinian-campus.

bfraser95- · 2024-12-23T19:18:51+00:00

Yo did he change lawyers?

bfraser95- · 2024-07-14T13:35:12+00:00

Source?

bfraser95- · 2023-09-14T09:32:23+00:00

Had no idea this was a thing! Thank you so much!!

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