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| 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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’s Interpretation of Mississippi’s New Gun Carry Law | 2013-12-05 | 2013 | 2013-12 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Press Releases Thompson and Jackson-Hinds to Host ACA Enrollment Event Featuring HHS Regional Director WASHINGTON, 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. Each 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. Beginning 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. When: October 4, 2013, 1:00PM 6:00PM CDT Where: Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center 3502 West Northside Drive; Jackson, MS 39213 ### | 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Washington, DC Office Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5876 Fax: (202) 225-5898 Bolton Office Bolton, MS 39041 Phone: (601) 866-9003 Fax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003 Greenville Office Greenville, MS 38701 Phone: (662) 335-9003 Fax: (662) 334-1304 Greenwood Office Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9003 Fax: (662) 453-0118 Jackson Office 3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213 Phone: (601) 946-9003 Fax: (601)-982-5337 Marks Office P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646 Mound Bayou City Hall Office P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-9003 (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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Washington, DC Office Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5876 Fax: (202) 225-5898 Bolton Office Bolton, MS 39041 Phone: (601) 866-9003 Fax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003 Greenville Office Greenville, MS 38701 Phone: (662) 335-9003 Fax: (662) 334-1304 Greenwood Office Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9003 Fax: (662) 453-0118 Jackson Office 3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213 Phone: (601) 946-9003 Fax: (601)-982-5337 Marks Office P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646 Mound Bayou City Hall Office P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-9003 (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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Washington, DC Office Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5876 Fax: (202) 225-5898 Bolton Office Bolton, MS 39041 Phone: (601) 866-9003 Fax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003 Greenville Office Greenville, MS 38701 Phone: (662) 335-9003 Fax: (662) 334-1304 Greenwood Office Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9003 Fax: (662) 453-0118 Jackson Office 3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213 Phone: (601) 946-9003 Fax: (601)-982-5337 Marks Office P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646 Mound Bayou City Hall Office P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-9003 (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’s “State of the Union” | 2013-04-29 | 2013 | 2013-04 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Office Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5876 Fax: (202) 225-5898 Bolton Office Bolton, MS 39041 Phone: (601) 866-9003 Fax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003 Greenville Office Greenville, MS 38701 Phone: (662) 335-9003 Fax: (662) 334-1304 Greenwood Office Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9003 Fax: (662) 453-0118 Jackson Office 3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213 Phone: (601) 946-9003 Fax: (601)-982-5337 Marks Office P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646 Mound Bayou City Hall Office P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-9003 (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’s “State of the Union” | 2013-04-28 | 2013 | 2013-04 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DC Office Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5876 Fax: (202) 225-5898 Bolton Office Bolton, MS 39041 Phone: (601) 866-9003 Fax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003 Greenville Office Greenville, MS 38701 Phone: (662) 335-9003 Fax: (662) 334-1304 Greenwood Office Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9003 Fax: (662) 453-0118 Jackson Office 3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213 Phone: (601) 946-9003 Fax: (601)-982-5337 Marks Office P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646 Mound Bayou City Hall Office P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-9003 (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 “This Week with George Stephanopoulos.” | 2013-04-21 | 2013 | 2013-04 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Press Releases Congressman Thompson Sends Letter Urging Department of Labor to Terminate Proposal to Reduce Job Corps Centers Across the Nation For Immediate Release LeMia Jenkins April 15, 2013 (202) 225- 5898 Congressman Thompson Sends Letter Urging Department of Labor to Terminate Proposal to Reduce Job Corps Centers Across the Nation WASHINGTON, DC Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02), joined by 33 of his colleagues, requesting that the Department of Labors Employment and Training Administration (ETA) terminate the agencys proposals to reduce Job Corps centers capacity nationwide. He released the following statement: The decision by ETA to reduce student slots is extremely shortsighted and seems to be another attempt to balance the budget on the backs of our most vulnerable population - our children. With the current unemployment rate for ages 16-24 hovering around 16 percent, ETA should focus on job creation for our youth, rather than job elimination. America needs a well-trained workforce to foster economic development; this is a time for innovation in industry and a focus on people. I am committed to holding ETA and other agencies accountable for reducing employment, particularly at the expense of our youth, said Representative Thompson. If implemented, ETAs plan would result in 500 of the approximately 836 students across Mississippis three Job Corps Centers in Crystal Springs, Batesville and Gulfport being denied entry into the program. Many of their roughly 450 staff jobs would be placed in jeopardy. On January 28, 2013, ETA announced the first, indefinite, nationwide enrollment suspension in the almost 50-year history of Job Corps. ETA Assistant Secretary Jane Oates stated that the action was needed to address a $61.5 million Program Year 2012 Job Corps shortfall that ETA admitted to Congress was caused by their mismanagement of the Job Corps budget and poor financial controls. With the recent passage of H.R. 933 (P.L. 113-6), which requires the transfer of at least $10 mill… | 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 | legacy | Press Releases CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON: Welcomes Sandra Saddler Jamison to District Staff For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Booker April 10, 2013 601-866-9003 CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON: Welcomes Sandra Saddler Jamison to District Staff 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. "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. 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. # # # | 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Press Releases Congressman Thompson Announces Military Academy Selections from the Second Congressional District For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Booker April 8, 2013 601-866-9003 Congressman Thompson Announces Military Academy Selections from the Second Congressional District BOLTON, MISSISSIPPI Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announces the Military Academy selections. 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. 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. These 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. Congressman 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. If you are interested in attending a Military Academy, you may contact Ms. Geri Adams, my academy representative at … | 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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=671:thompson-to-attend-luncheon-in-remembrance-of-the-holmes-county-civil-rights-movement&catid=41&Itemid=148 | Thompson to Attend Luncheon in Remembrance of the Holmes County Civil Rights Movement | 2013-03-27 | 2013 | 2013-03 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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=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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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’s Plan to End Six-Day Mail Delivery | 2013-02-07 | 2013 | 2013-02 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 | legacy | Washington, DC Office Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-5876 Fax: (202) 225-5898 Bolton Office Bolton, MS 39041 Phone: (601) 866-9003 Fax: (601) 866-9036; (800) 355-9003 Greenville Office Greenville, MS 38701 Phone: (662) 335-9003 Fax: (662) 334-1304 Greenwood Office Greenwood, MS 38930 Phone: (662) 455-9003 Fax: (662) 453-0118 Jackson Office 3607 Medgar Evers BoulevardJackson, MS 39213 Phone: (601) 946-9003 Fax: (601)-982-5337 Marks Office P.O. Box 356263 East Main StreetMarks, MS 38646 Mound Bayou City Hall Office P.O. Box 679 106 Green AvenueSuite 106Mound Bayou, MS 38762 (662) 741-9003 (662) 741-9002 | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://web.archive.org/web/20140221043922/http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=661:thompson-speaker-during-voluntary-organizations-active-in-disasters-conference&catid=41&Itemid=148 | Thompson: Speaker during Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters Conference | 2013-01-24 | 2013 | 2013-01 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | web.archive.org | legacy | Press Releases Thompson: Speaker during Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters Conference For Immediate Release Contact: Stephanie Booker January 24, 2013 601-866-9003 Thompson: Speaker during Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters Conference Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) will serve as speaker during the Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters Conference. When: Monday, January 28, 2013 11:30 a.m. Where: Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 2350 Beach Boulevard Biloxi, Mississippi 39531 Who: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) United States House of Representatives # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://benniethompson.house.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=660:thompson-named-as-vice-chair-of-congressional-gun-violence-task-force&catid=41&Itemid=148 | Thompson named as Vice-Chair of Congressional Gun Violence Task Force | 2013-01-14 | 2013 | 2013-01 | Democrat | House | MS | Bennie Thompson | T000193 | benniethompson.house.gov | legacy | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thompson Statement on DHS Confirmation Vote December 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 |
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