JACKSON, Ms. — Today, the SPLC Action Fund proudly endorses the following municipal candidates in Mississippi’s general election taking place on June 3, 2025:
- Larry Jointer, Brookhaven Mayor
- Jimmy Stokes, Horn Lake Mayor
- Joshua Langston, Horn Lake Alderman Ward 1
- Larry McKinny, Horn Lake Alderman At-Large
- Yolanda Kay Hassel-Rooks, Horn Lake Alderman Ward 2
- Marrel Brand, Horn Lake Alderman Ward 3
- Kelly Smith, Horn Lake Alderman Ward 4
- LaShonda Johnson, Horn Lake Alderman Ward 5
- Charlotte Armstrong, Horn Lake Alderman Ward 6
- Brandon Rue, Meridian City Council Ward 5
- Billy Knight, Moss Point Mayor
- Walter Young, Ridgeland Alderman Ward 2
- Lynn Spriull, Starkville Mayor
- Shirley Hendrix, Tupelo City Council Ward 3
- Carissa Corbett, Gulfport City Council Ward 6
“This slate of 15 candidates represents the values, work ethic, and a strong commitment to improving the lives of all Mississippians,” said Madison Hollon, program manager, SPLC Action Fund. “Local leaders have a great impact on the communities they serve by addressing community-specific issues such as housing, education, policing and other vital issues. Through tireless grit, they make their communities more equitable and dedicate their lives to justice. The SPLC Action Fund endorsed this group because their track records prove they are invested in the future of the state. We look forward to tackling the big issues —such as funding for infrastructure and public schools; ensuring everyone has access to healthcare and the safeguarding of voting rights— with each of these leaders.”
The SPLC Action Fund is committed to endorsing candidates who believe in the racial, economic, and social betterment of the South to ensure a more inclusive and equitable society for marginalized communities.
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About the SPLC Action Fund
SPLC Action Fund is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people. For more information, visit www.splcactionfund.org.