Aug 12, 2015: Madison County Journal: PERRY: 'Silent Knight' for Dems
Robert Gray won the Democratic nomination for Governor in Mississippi after raising and spending no money to campaign, and not even voting for himself. Gray, a truck driver with the CB handle "Silent Knight," defeated trial lawyer Vicki Slater who reported spending just shy of $200,000, and Dr. Valerie Short, an Air Force veteran with an OB-GYN practice in Ridgeland, who spent just over $40,000. Gray took 51 percent of the vote to avoid a run-off.
Robert Gray won the Democratic nomination for Governor in Mississippi after raising and spending no money to campaign, and not even voting for himself. Gray, a truck driver with the CB handle "Silent Knight," defeated trial lawyer Vicki Slater who reported spending just shy of $200,000, and Dr. Valerie Short, an Air Force veteran with an OB-GYN practice in Ridgeland, who spent just over $40,000. Gray took 51 percent of the vote to avoid a run-off.
Aug 5, 2015: Wichita Eagle: Truck driver wins Dem nomination for Miss. governor
Truck driver Robert Gray won the Democratic nomination for Mississippi governor on Tuesday, although he reported spending no money on his campaign and said he didn't vote in the primary because he was too busy. Gray toppled Vicki Slater, a trial lawyer who was backed by many party leaders, and Dr. Valerie Adream Smartt Short, an obstetrician-gynecologist and military veteran.
Truck driver Robert Gray won the Democratic nomination for Mississippi governor on Tuesday, although he reported spending no money on his campaign and said he didn't vote in the primary because he was too busy. Gray toppled Vicki Slater, a trial lawyer who was backed by many party leaders, and Dr. Valerie Adream Smartt Short, an obstetrician-gynecologist and military veteran.
July 30, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Bryant speaks 'positive Mississippi'; challengers blast him
Democratic candidate Dr. Valerie Adrean Smartt Short, an Air Force veteran and OBGYN, said Mississippi's GOP leadership is restricting access to health care by refusing to expand Medicaid in line with the federal Affordable Care Act.
Democratic candidate Dr. Valerie Adrean Smartt Short, an Air Force veteran and OBGYN, said Mississippi's GOP leadership is restricting access to health care by refusing to expand Medicaid in line with the federal Affordable Care Act.
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July 16, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Incumbents rack up cash
Democrat Dr. Valerie Adream Smartt Short: Raised $39,753. Spent $32,693. Cash on hand $7,112. July 9, 2015: Valerie Short: Mississippi Pulse: Op Ed: “Distractions” By Dr. Valerie Short
June 11, 2015: Washington Times: Mississippi candidates file new campaign finance reports
Democrat Dr. Valerie Adream Smartt Short: Raised $35,883. Spent $26,701. Cash on hand $9,251. |
June 10, 2015: Commercial Dispatch: Local, state Dems converge at Beans and Greens
Both Democratic gubernatorial candidates came to address the crowd at the Starkville Sportsplex. Dr. Valerie Short said changing the power structure in Jackson is key to improving Mississippi. She cited her experiences in the military and medical fields as reasons she would be well equipped for the job. "I'm a medical doctor," Short said. "I know I'm willing and able to serve as the Democratic governor of this sate. ...We're here because I know in this county, in Starkville, we have a partnership. We are committed to help this community."
Both Democratic gubernatorial candidates came to address the crowd at the Starkville Sportsplex. Dr. Valerie Short said changing the power structure in Jackson is key to improving Mississippi. She cited her experiences in the military and medical fields as reasons she would be well equipped for the job. "I'm a medical doctor," Short said. "I know I'm willing and able to serve as the Democratic governor of this sate. ...We're here because I know in this county, in Starkville, we have a partnership. We are committed to help this community."
June 3, 2015: Daily Journal: Short kicks off campaign for governor
Valerie Adream Smartt Short, a Jackson physician and Air Force veteran, kicked off her campaign for governor Tuesday morning, saying it is time to address major issues facing the state like health care and education.
Valerie Adream Smartt Short, a Jackson physician and Air Force veteran, kicked off her campaign for governor Tuesday morning, saying it is time to address major issues facing the state like health care and education.
June 2, 2015: WAPT: Short, Dem candidate for governor: Miss. leaders have failed
A Democratic candidate for governor, Dr. Valerie Adream Smartt Short, said she's running because leaders have failed to support education, expand health care or improve the economy.
A Democratic candidate for governor, Dr. Valerie Adream Smartt Short, said she's running because leaders have failed to support education, expand health care or improve the economy.
May 20, 2o15: Jackson Free Press: The Tough Work After LGBT Marriage
Valerie Short, a Democratic candidate for governor and Air Force veteran, said she disagrees with Gov. Phil Bryant's decision to block same-sex spouses from applying for federal benefits at Mississippi's National Guard bases. "I'd like to hope by working with stakeholders who are interested in diversity of input and inclusivity that we would be able to work on protections that would include everyone, including the LGBT community," Short said.
Valerie Short, a Democratic candidate for governor and Air Force veteran, said she disagrees with Gov. Phil Bryant's decision to block same-sex spouses from applying for federal benefits at Mississippi's National Guard bases. "I'd like to hope by working with stakeholders who are interested in diversity of input and inclusivity that we would be able to work on protections that would include everyone, including the LGBT community," Short said.
Apr 21, 2015: WDAM: Candidate for Governor of Mississippi makes first stop in Pine Belt
Valerie Short, an OBGYN from Jackson spoke to the Marion County Democratic Party about her platform. She spoke about healthcare, education and the things that are important in her campaign before a crowd of about 50 people.
Valerie Short, an OBGYN from Jackson spoke to the Marion County Democratic Party about her platform. She spoke about healthcare, education and the things that are important in her campaign before a crowd of about 50 people.
Mar 19, 2015: Political Dog 101: Looking at the 2016 Governor races…Kentucky, Louisiana and Mississippi….SE…
The veritable non-event of this year’s races, as Democrats seem poised to not even put up a candidate approaching the same calibre as John A. Eaves(2007) and Johnny DuPree(2011). With the state’s filing deadline having passed about 3 weeks ago, the sole contenders are some dude Robert Gray and some dudettes Vicki Slater and Valerie Short.
The veritable non-event of this year’s races, as Democrats seem poised to not even put up a candidate approaching the same calibre as John A. Eaves(2007) and Johnny DuPree(2011). With the state’s filing deadline having passed about 3 weeks ago, the sole contenders are some dude Robert Gray and some dudettes Vicki Slater and Valerie Short.
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Mar 10, 2015: Southern Political Report: Mississippi Democrats set for another shellacking
Three Democrats are running. Vicki Slater, 60, a Madison attorney and former president of Mississippi Association for Justice, a trial lawyers’ group, is favored over Dr. Valerie Short, an Air Force veteran, and retired firefighter Robert Gray. Slater will focus on the need for more funding for education and the failure of the state to expand its Medicaid coverage under Obamacare. Mar 2, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Sizing Up Jackson Races
Democrat: Robert Gray, Valerie Adream Smartt Short, Vicki Slater. |
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Feb 28, 2015: DeSoto Times: State races shape up
Gov. Phil Bryant, the state's 64th governor, will face a slew of challengers including fellow Republican Mitch Young, with the winner of the Aug. 4 primary facing a trio of Democrats, Valerie Adream Smartt Short, Robert Gray and Vicki Slater, the three Democrats vying to be that party's standard-bearer in the Nov. 3 general election.
Gov. Phil Bryant, the state's 64th governor, will face a slew of challengers including fellow Republican Mitch Young, with the winner of the Aug. 4 primary facing a trio of Democrats, Valerie Adream Smartt Short, Robert Gray and Vicki Slater, the three Democrats vying to be that party's standard-bearer in the Nov. 3 general election.
As a U.S. Air Force veteran and medical doctor, Valerie Short has a spent a lifetime in service to her country, community, and individual families in need throughout Mississippi and the world. She is also a mother, grandmother, and an active volunteer and fundraiser with numerous community and health organizations benefiting Mississippi families.