{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where party = \"Democrat\", state = \"MS\" and year = 2013 sorted by date descending", "rows": [["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=706:thompson-calls-for-action-on-extending-federal-unemployment&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Calls for Action on Extending Federal Unemployment", "2013-12-11", "2013", "2013-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=704:thompson-disturbed-by-attorney-general-s-interpretation-of-mississippi-s-new-gun-carry-law&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Disturbed by Attorney General\u2019s Interpretation of Mississippi\u2019s New Gun Carry Law", "2013-12-05", "2013", "2013-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=705:thompson-mourns-death-of-world-leader-and-activist-nelson-mandela&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Mourns Death of World Leader and Activist Nelson Mandela", "2013-12-05", "2013", "2013-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=703:thompson-calls-for-congress-to-set-good-example&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Calls for Congress to Set Good Example", "2013-10-17", "2013", "2013-10", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=702:thompson-calls-house-republicans-to-stop-granstanding-and-serve&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Calls House Republicans to Stop Granstanding and Serve", "2013-10-01", "2013", "2013-10", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=700:thompson-statement-on-government-shutdown&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Statement on Government Shutdown", "2013-09-30", "2013", "2013-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=701:thompson-calls-for-end-to-legislation-to-nowhere&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Calls for End to \"Legislation to Nowhere\"", "2013-09-30", "2013", "2013-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://web.archive.org/web/20140221043320/http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=699:thompson-and-jackson-hinds-to-host-aca-enrollment-event-featuring-hhs-regional-director&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson and Jackson-Hinds to Host ACA Enrollment Event Featuring HHS Regional Director", "2013-09-24", "2013", "2013-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "web.archive.org", null, null, "legacy", "Press Releases\t \n\t \n\t\t\tThompson and Jackson-Hinds to Host ACA Enrollment Event Featuring HHS Regional Director\t\t \nWASHINGTON, DC  Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that he has partnered with the Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center to host an Affordable Care Jubilee on October 4, 2013. The goal of the event is to educate and assist the constituency on enrollment in the marketplace and will feature Dr. Pamela Roshell, Regional Director of Health and Human Services.\nEach day, I strive to change the picture of health in Mississippi. Over 500,000 Mississippians between the ages of 18 and 64 are uninsured. We must take advantage of every opportunity to educate and enroll our population. I encourage Mississippians to come out on October 4thto learn more about the benefits of the Affordable Care Act and to enroll themselves and their families, said Thompson.\nBeginning October 1, 2013, consumers in all states will be able to choose new, affordable health insurance coverage through a new Health Insurance Marketplace through the Affordable Care Act. Mississippi will participate in a Federally- facilitated Marketplace.\nWhen:  \nOctober 4, 2013, 1:00PM  6:00PM CDT\nWhere:  \n  Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center  \n3502 West Northside Drive; Jackson, MS 39213\n\n  ###", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=697:thompson-statement-on-syria-briefing&catid=41&Itemid=148", "THOMPSON STATEMENT ON SYRIA BRIEFING", "2013-08-31", "2013", "2013-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=695:thompson-statement-on-zimmerman-verdict&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Statement on Zimmerman Verdict", "2013-07-14", "2013", "2013-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=694:thompson-on-his-vote-against-hr-2642-farm-bill&catid=41&Itemid=148", "THOMPSON ON HIS VOTE AGAINST H.R. 2642 (FARM BILL)", "2013-07-10", "2013", "2013-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC Office     \n          Washington, DC 20515    \n          Phone: (202) 225-5876  Fax: (202) 225-5898    \n  \n      \n           Bolton Office     \n          Bolton, MS 39041    \n          Phone: (601) 866-9003  \n\tFax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003    \n  \n      \n           Greenville Office     \n          Greenville, MS 38701    \n          Phone: (662) 335-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 334-1304    \n  \n      \n           Greenwood Office     \n          Greenwood, MS 38930    \n          Phone: (662) 455-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 453-0118    \n  \n      \n           Jackson Office     \n          3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213    \n          Phone: (601) 946-9003  \n\tFax: (601)-982-5337    \n  \n      \n           Marks Office     \n          P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646    \n    \n  \n      \n           Mound Bayou City Hall Office     \n          P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762    \n          (662) 741-9003  \n\t(662) 741-9002", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=693:thompson-statement-on-supreme-court-voting-rights-decision&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Statement on Supreme Court Voting Rights Decision", "2013-06-25", "2013", "2013-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=692:thompson-statement-on-supreme-court-affirmative-action-decision&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Statement on Supreme Court Affirmative Action Decision", "2013-06-24", "2013", "2013-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=690:thompson-on-his-vote-against-hr-1947-farm-bill&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson on his Vote Against H.R. 1947 (Farm Bill)", "2013-06-20", "2013", "2013-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC Office     \n          Washington, DC 20515    \n          Phone: (202) 225-5876  Fax: (202) 225-5898    \n  \n      \n           Bolton Office     \n          Bolton, MS 39041    \n          Phone: (601) 866-9003  \n\tFax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003    \n  \n      \n           Greenville Office     \n          Greenville, MS 38701    \n          Phone: (662) 335-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 334-1304    \n  \n      \n           Greenwood Office     \n          Greenwood, MS 38930    \n          Phone: (662) 455-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 453-0118    \n  \n      \n           Jackson Office     \n          3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213    \n          Phone: (601) 946-9003  \n\tFax: (601)-982-5337    \n  \n      \n           Marks Office     \n          P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646    \n    \n  \n      \n           Mound Bayou City Hall Office     \n          P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762    \n          (662) 741-9003  \n\t(662) 741-9002", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=689:thompson-statement-on-arizona-v-inter-tribal-council-decision&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Statement on Arizona V. Inter Tribal Council Decision", "2013-06-17", "2013", "2013-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=688:thompson-opposes-closing-win-job-centers-in-second-district&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Opposes Closing Win Job Centers in Second District", "2013-06-10", "2013", "2013-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=687:congressman-bennie-g-thompson-marks-the-beginning-of-hurricane-season&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Marks the Beginning of Hurricane Season", "2013-05-31", "2013", "2013-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC Office     \n          Washington, DC 20515    \n          Phone: (202) 225-5876  Fax: (202) 225-5898    \n  \n      \n           Bolton Office     \n          Bolton, MS 39041    \n          Phone: (601) 866-9003  \n\tFax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003    \n  \n      \n           Greenville Office     \n          Greenville, MS 38701    \n          Phone: (662) 335-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 334-1304    \n  \n      \n           Greenwood Office     \n          Greenwood, MS 38930    \n          Phone: (662) 455-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 453-0118    \n  \n      \n           Jackson Office     \n          3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213    \n          Phone: (601) 946-9003  \n\tFax: (601)-982-5337    \n  \n      \n           Marks Office     \n          P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646    \n    \n  \n      \n           Mound Bayou City Hall Office     \n          P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762    \n          (662) 741-9003  \n\t(662) 741-9002", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=686:video-congressman-bennie-g-thompson-discusses-boston-investigation-on-cnns-state-of-the-union&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Video: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Discusses Boston Investigation on CNN\u2019s \u201cState of the Union\u201d", "2013-04-29", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC Office     \n          Washington, DC 20515    \n          Phone: (202) 225-5876  Fax: (202) 225-5898    \n  \n      \n           Bolton Office     \n          Bolton, MS 39041    \n          Phone: (601) 866-9003  \n\tFax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003    \n  \n      \n           Greenville Office     \n          Greenville, MS 38701    \n          Phone: (662) 335-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 334-1304    \n  \n      \n           Greenwood Office     \n          Greenwood, MS 38930    \n          Phone: (662) 455-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 453-0118    \n  \n      \n           Jackson Office     \n          3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213    \n          Phone: (601) 946-9003  \n\tFax: (601)-982-5337    \n  \n      \n           Marks Office     \n          P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646    \n    \n  \n      \n           Mound Bayou City Hall Office     \n          P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762    \n          (662) 741-9003  \n\t(662) 741-9002", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=685:media-advisory-congressman-bennie-g-thompson-to-discuss-boston-investigation-on-cnns-state-of-the-union&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Media Advisory: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson to Discuss Boston Investigation on CNN\u2019s \u201cState of the Union\u201d", "2013-04-28", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC Office     \n          Washington, DC 20515    \n          Phone: (202) 225-5876  Fax: (202) 225-5898    \n  \n      \n           Bolton Office     \n          Bolton, MS 39041    \n          Phone: (601) 866-9003  \n\tFax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003    \n  \n      \n           Greenville Office     \n          Greenville, MS 38701    \n          Phone: (662) 335-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 334-1304    \n  \n      \n           Greenwood Office     \n          Greenwood, MS 38930    \n          Phone: (662) 455-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 453-0118    \n  \n      \n           Jackson Office     \n          3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213    \n          Phone: (601) 946-9003  \n\tFax: (601)-982-5337    \n  \n      \n           Marks Office     \n          P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646    \n    \n  \n      \n           Mound Bayou City Hall Office     \n          P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762    \n          (662) 741-9003  \n\t(662) 741-9002", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=684:video-congressman-bennie-thompson-to-discusses-boston-investigation-on-this-week-with-george-stephanopoulos&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Video: Congressman Bennie Thompson to Discusses Boston Investigation on \u201cThis Week with George Stephanopoulos.\u201d", "2013-04-21", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=679:congressman-thompson-releases-statement-on-boston-tragedy&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Thompson Releases Statement on Boston Tragedy", "2013-04-16", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=680:congressman-thompson-announces-94449-awarded-to-the-mississippi-department-of-transportation&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Thompson Announces $94,449 awarded to the Mississippi Department of Transportation", "2013-04-16", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://bit.ly/2kAx1XF", "Congressman Thompson Sends Letter Urging Department of Labor to Terminate Proposal to Reduce Job Corps Centers Across the Nation", "2013-04-15", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "bit.ly", null, null, "legacy", "Press Releases\t \n\t \n\t\t\tCongressman Thompson Sends Letter Urging Department of Labor to Terminate Proposal to Reduce Job Corps Centers Across the Nation\t\t \nFor Immediate Release \nLeMia Jenkins \nApril 15, 2013 \n(202) 225- 5898 \nCongressman Thompson Sends Letter\nUrging Department of Labor to Terminate Proposal to Reduce Job Corps Centers\nAcross the Nation\n\nWASHINGTON, DC  Today,\nCongressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02), joined by 33 of his colleagues,\nrequesting that the Department of Labors Employment and Training\nAdministration (ETA) terminate the agencys proposals to reduce Job Corps\ncenters capacity nationwide. He released the following statement:\n\nThe decision by ETA to reduce\nstudent slots is extremely shortsighted and seems to be another attempt to\nbalance the budget on the backs of our most vulnerable population - our\nchildren. With the current unemployment rate for ages 16-24 hovering around 16\npercent, ETA should focus on job creation for our youth, rather than job\nelimination. America needs a well-trained workforce to foster economic\ndevelopment; this is a time for innovation in industry and a focus on people. I\nam committed to holding ETA and other agencies accountable for reducing\nemployment, particularly at the expense of our youth, said Representative\nThompson.\n\nIf\nimplemented, ETAs plan would result in 500 of the approximately 836 students\nacross Mississippis three Job Corps Centers in Crystal Springs, Batesville and\nGulfport being denied entry into the program. Many of their roughly 450 staff\njobs would be placed in jeopardy. On January 28, 2013, ETA announced the first,\nindefinite, nationwide enrollment suspension in the almost 50-year history of\nJob Corps. ETA Assistant Secretary Jane Oates stated that the action was needed\nto address a $61.5 million Program Year 2012 Job Corps shortfall that ETA\nadmitted to Congress was caused by their mismanagement of the Job Corps budget\nand poor financial controls. With the recent passage of H.R. 933 (P.L. 113-6),\nwhich requires the transfer of at least $10 million to Job Corps to ensure the\nprograms solvency, a reduction in Job Corps Centers capacity is unnecessary", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://web.archive.org/web/20140221043635/http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=676:congressman-thompson-welcomes-sandra-saddler-jamison-to-district-staff&catid=41&Itemid=148", "CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON: Welcomes Sandra Saddler Jamison to District Staff", "2013-04-10", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "web.archive.org", null, null, "legacy", "Press Releases\t \n\t \n\t\t\tCONGRESSMAN THOMPSON: Welcomes Sandra Saddler Jamison to District Staff\t\t \nFor Immediate Release\nContact: Stephanie Booker\nApril 10, 2013\n601-866-9003\n\n \nCONGRESSMAN THOMPSON: Welcomes Sandra Saddler Jamison to District Staff\n \n    \n  Washington, DC- Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced the hiring of Mrs. Sandra Saddler Jamison as a Caseworker/Field Representative in his Marks District Office. Sandra will provide constituent services in Quitman, Panola, Tunica and Yalobusha counties.\n  \n  \"I am pleased to have Sandra join my staff,\" said Congressman Thompson. \"She has worked in both the public and private sectors and brings a wealth of knowledge and I am confident that she will serve the constituents ofQuitman, Panola, Tunica and Yalobusha well.\n  \n  Sandra earned her License Practical Nursing Degree from Coahoma Community College. She is scheduled to receive her AA degree in Social Work from Coahoma Community in May 2013. Previously, Sandra worked as a Health Educator for Youth Opportunities Unlimited, a non-profit organization and most recently she worked for C Spire Wireless Company where she earned The Prestigious Presidential Award for being a Top Salesman Professional for the company.\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=677:representative-bennie-thompson-to-deliver-weekly-cbc-qmessage-to-americaq&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Representative Bennie Thompson to Deliver Weekly CBC \"Message To America\"", "2013-04-09", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["https://web.archive.org/web/20140221043700/http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=675:congressman-thompson-announces-military-academy-selections-from-the-second-congressional-district&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Thompson Announces Military Academy Selections from the Second Congressional District", "2013-04-08", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "web.archive.org", null, null, "legacy", "Press Releases\t \n\t \n\t\t\tCongressman Thompson Announces Military Academy Selections from the Second Congressional District\t\t \nFor Immediate Release\nContact: Stephanie Booker\nApril 8, 2013\n601-866-9003\n\n \nCongressman Thompson Announces Military Academy Selections from the Second Congressional District\n \n    \nBOLTON, MISSISSIPPI  Today, United States Representative Bennie G.  Thompson (D-MS) announces the Military Academy  selections.\n  \n    \n    Mackenzie Davidson of  Vicksburg, Mississippi  received a nomination and was accepted into the  United States Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York. Mr.  Davidson is scheduled to graduate in May 2013 from Vicksburg Catholic School in  Vicksburg, Mississippi and is the son of Mr. Kevin and Mrs. Conger Davidson.\n      \n  \n  \n    \n    \n  \n  \n    \n    Christopher Monroe of  Jackson, Mississippi  received a nomination and was accepted into the United States Military  Academy (West Point) at West Point, New York. Mr. Monroe is scheduled to  graduate in May 2013 from Richland High School in Richland, Mississippi and is  the son of Mr. Danny and Mrs. Barbara Monroe.\n      \n  \n  \nThese candidates were active in  various school clubs/activities, sports, and one was active in JROTC, and in  community and volunteer activities. Each candidate received a  Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition in recognition of their  nomination to the respective military academy and outstanding academic  achievement.  \nCongressman Thompson said, in  order for America to continue to serve as a catalyst for promoting democracy  and freedom world-wide, it must maintain an excellently trained military  force. These young people have demonstrated the prerequisite skills and  qualifications for a successful military career. I am confident they will  excel in accomplishing any goals they have established for attending a military  academy, and will have a rewarding future.  \nIf you are  interested in attending a Military Academy, you may contact Ms. Geri Adams, my  academy representative at (662) 741-9003 or via e-mail at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.\n \n# # #", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=673:congressman-bennie-thompson-and-alcorn-state-university-extension-services-to-host-usda-strike-force-meeting&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Bennie Thompson and Alcorn State University Extension Services to Host USDA Strike Force Meeting", "2013-04-03", "2013", "2013-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. 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Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=670:thompson-ask-for-investigation-of-jackson-veteran-affairs-medical-facility&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Ask for Investigation of Jackson Veteran Affairs Medical Facility", "2013-03-22", "2013", "2013-03", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=669:thompson-to-attend-the-8th-annual-veterans-of-the-ms-civil-rights-movement-conference&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson to Attend the 8th Annual Veterans of the MS Civil Rights Movement Conference", "2013-03-19", "2013", "2013-03", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=666:congressman-thompson-announces-8821-awarded-to-the-town-of-sumner&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Thompson Announces $8,821 Awarded to the Town of Sumner", "2013-02-21", "2013", "2013-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=665:congressman-thompson-announces-58996-awarded-to-the-humphreys-county-board-of-supervisors&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Congressman Thompson ANNOUNCES $58,996 awarded to the Humphreys County Board of Supervisors", "2013-02-14", "2013", "2013-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=664:congressman-thompson-announces-hud-grants-to-the-mississippi-second-congressional-district-83641090&catid=41&Itemid=148", "CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON ANNOUNCES HUD GRANTS TO THE MISSISSIPPI SECOND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT", "2013-02-13", "2013", "2013-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=663:thompson-disagrees-with-postal-services-plan-to-end-six-day-mail-delivery&catid=41&Itemid=148", "Thompson Disagrees with Postal Service\u2019s Plan to End Six-Day Mail Delivery", "2013-02-07", "2013", "2013-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote\nDecember 5, 2017 (WASHINGTON)  Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on news the Senate has confirmed Kirstjen Nielsen to be Homeland Security Secretary:", 1, "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z", "2026-03-30T12:14:52Z"], ["http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=662:congressman-thompson-announces-1000000-awarded-to-the-ms-department-of-employment-security&catid=41&Itemid=148", "CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON ANNOUNCES $1,000,000 AWARDED TO THE MS DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY", "2013-02-01", "2013", "2013-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", null, null, "legacy", "Washington, DC Office     \n          Washington, DC 20515    \n          Phone: (202) 225-5876  Fax: (202) 225-5898    \n  \n      \n           Bolton Office     \n          Bolton, MS 39041    \n          Phone: (601) 866-9003  \n\tFax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003    \n  \n      \n           Greenville Office     \n          Greenville, MS 38701    \n          Phone: (662) 335-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 334-1304    \n  \n      \n           Greenwood Office     \n          Greenwood, MS 38930    \n          Phone: (662) 455-9003  \n\tFax: (662) 453-0118    \n  \n      \n           Jackson Office     \n          3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213    \n          Phone: (601) 946-9003  \n\tFax: (601)-982-5337    \n  \n      \n           Marks Office     \n          P.O. 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