Last year, Mississippians went to the polls and re-elected a slate of state officials, including our governor.
I hope our members were better informed when they cast their ballots because of an initiative your electric cooperatives launched this time last year.
Co-ops Vote MS came about with a simple goal: to assist our members in making an informed decision on Election Day.
With the big statewide elections we had in 2023, you might feel like we can all take a breather this year. As you probably know, that’s not the case.
This year, we will elect our nation’s president. The 2024 election slate also includes elections for one of our two U.S. Senate seats, currently held by Roger Wicker, and our four U.S. House of Representative seats, currently held by Trent Kelly, Bennie Thompson, Michael Guest, and Mike Ezell.
Our choices on who represent us in Washington, D.C. are just as important as the public officials we elect to represent us at the state capitol in Jackson — maybe even more important.
Almost every decision our president and federal lawmakers make in D.C, has an impact on all our lives. So, being an informed voter this year is just as crucial as it was last year.
Mississippi’s Republican and Democratic presidential primaries will be held on March 12. Mark that date right now if you haven’t already.
The general election will be held Nov. 5.
We encourage you to visit our website, www.coopsvotems.com, so when you head to the polls, you will be ready.
The website features quick links to important voting information including where to register to vote, our current elected officials, what elections are occurring this year, and videos of elected officials talking about the importance of voting, and what they do on a day-to-day basis.
Just like last year’s statewide elections, your votes this year are key to determining the future course of Mississippi and the lives of Mississippians.
We all need to voice our informed opinion on that future.
Enjoy our March issue.
