Mississippi
Jackson bribery scandal is another blow for Mississippi's capital
Some political observers say Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba's indictment could intensify a long-running battle between state Republicans and city Democrats.
JACKSON, Miss. — Seven years ago, Chokwe Antar Lumumba swept into the Jackson mayor’s office with plans to shake up local politics. At 34, he was the city’s youngest ever mayor, and he campaigned on a promise of self-determination for the predominant... [7730 chars]