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In Studio: Jeffrey Rupp, former Columbus mayor
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Columbus municipal elections brought a major shakeup with Stephen Jones winning the mayoral race and five of seven council seats changing hands amid disappointingly low voter turnout. Former mayor Jeffrey Rupp joins the podcast to provide historical perspective on Columbus politics, economic development, and the differences between Columbus and Starkville governance.
• Low voter turnout of only 4,500 ballots in Columbus elections reflects growing political apathy
• Stephen Jones secured victory with 56.4% of votes, including strong absentee ballot…
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