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NOVEMBER ELECTION RECAP
We are pleased to report a successful General and Runoff Election Day in 81 of 82 Mississippi counties. Leading up to Election Day, our team conducted weekly conference calls and distributed weekly memos for all local election officials. Circuit Clerks and Election Commissioners were provided legal parameters for every phase of the election, including guidance for implementation. Through this collaborative effort, we noted the vast majority of counties reported a flawless General and Runoff Election.
Our Technology Services team reported no cybersecurity incidents other than the My Election Day portal which experienced a brief outage due to heavy traffic. Upon adding an additional server, the resource became fully functioning again.
I'm extremely proud of the hard work done by Mississippi’s election team consisting of circuit clerks, election commissioners, poll workers across the state, and our talented team here at the Secretary of State’s Office. Mississippi had a phenomenal election season due to their hard work, and the credit belongs to them. Outside of the issues in one county, Mississippians should be proud of the success of November's election.
MORE NEWS
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 MS Business Journal: Tackle the Tape
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 WAPT: Watson Defeats Challenger to Remain SOS
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 Supertalk: Michael Watson on Runoff Elections
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CHECK YOUR CHARITY
Mississippians are known for their generosity, especially during the holiday season, but it's important to remember the wisest giver is an informed giver. Through our annual Report on Charitable Organizations (link below), we encourage all citizens to check the validity of a charity or organization prior to making a donation. Checking your charity helps ensure your hard-earned donations advance the core charitable purpose or mission of the organizations you support.
For other tips on how to ensure your dollars go to those in need, check out our helpful tips checklist or contact a member of our Charities Division at 601-359-1599 or email charities.customerservice@sos.ms.gov.
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PROMOTE THE VOTE DEADLINE
The registration and contest submission deadlines for the 2023 Promote the Vote (PTV) program is quickly approaching! Online registration will close at 5:00 p.m. on December 15, 2023. Contest submissions are also due at that time. This year’s theme, “Voting- The Power to Change the Future,” encourages students to consider the importance of voting and how it corresponds to their beliefs and values.
Registration is free, easy, and only takes a few minutes! We hope you will join us as we educate the next generation of Mississippi voters.
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MS FARM BUREAU
I'm always honored to visit with my friends at Mississippi Farm Bureau. Led by one of the finest men I know and my good friend, Mike McCormick, I continue to stand amazed at the men and women who lead and support our state's number one economic driver.
We thank each and every one of you and hope the harvest was good to you!
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MINORITY FORUM
Appreciate my friends with the Legacy Business League for inviting me to speak at the Minority Executive Forum. As an elected official, our job is to support all Mississippians and develop Mississippi's future leaders. Thankful for organizations like Legacy who provide opportunities for fostering connections and relationships to better our state for generations to come.
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EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT
Christian Lovett
Christian serves as the Publications Coordinator in our Communications and Publications Division. She joined the agency in September 2022 and has had an immediate impact upon arrival.
Not only is she responsible for the agency's statutorily required publications, but she has brought a tremendous amount of creativity and organization to her division. Her videography and photography skillset have added another dimension to the agency's social media platforms and internal functions.
Additionally, her willingness to tackle any job and positive attitude make her a joy to work with. We are thankful she joined our team!
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