Let’s Fix Jackson – Revitalizing the Heart of Mississippi

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Jackson’s Future Starts Now

Jackson, Mississippi, is at a turning point. Our city needs bold, effective leadership that brings people together, rebuilds our infrastructure, and drives real progress. Let’s Fix Jackson is committed to supporting candidates and policies to reverse population decline, strengthen collaboration between leaders and communities, invest in our workforce, and tackle critical challenges like infrastructure repair and blight removal. It’s time to move Jackson forward—together.

What’s Being Said

Jackson the fastest shrinking city in America. See how far it has fallen

In the 2021 census, Jackson's population dropped below 150,000 for the first time since before 1970. That shrinking continued with the release of...

Jackson isn’t just Mississippi’s capital. It’s America’s murder capital

Jackson, Mississippi, knows the blues. There’s the old men at sunset carting old amps through a full parking lot to the back of an otherwise...

Jackson has a gang problem and it’s growing

JACKSON, Miss. — For years in Jackson, it seemed common practice for city officials to deny that there was a gang problem. That changed with what...

Trash piles up on street corners in Jackson as city leaders dispute long-term garbage contracts

Trash pickup in Jackson has halted as members of the City Council and Mayor’s office disagree on who to award long-term contracts. Trash is piling...

Jackson lawmakers ‘shocked’ after Henifin backs bill depleting local power

Just over a year into his uniquely powerful role reviving Jackson’s water infrastructure, third-party manager Ted Henifin is supporting an effort to...

Jackson Zoo sees continued declines, a year after some city officials said it should be de-funded

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - A year after a Jackson city councilman proposed de-funding the zoo to help cover other city expenses, the West Jackson park...

Our Priorities for a Stronger Jackson

We are dedicated to driving real change in Jackson by focusing on the critical issues that impact our city’s future. Our priorities include:

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Crime Reduction

Strengthening police recruitment, enhancing community policing, and improving coordination with law enforcement at all levels to make Jackson safer.

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Economic Growth & Development

Revitalizing key areas like Farish Street, supporting affordable housing, relocating the Jackson Zoo, and appointing an Economic Development Czar to attract new businesses and investment.

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Infrastructure

Upgrading street lighting, ensuring rapid pothole repairs, modernizing city services, and working with state and federal agencies to improve our infrastructure.

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Transparency

Conducting a forensic audit, increasing government accountability, televising Neighborhood COPS meetings, and ensuring efficiency in city contracts and operations.

Together, we can move Jackson forward with leadership that delivers results. Join us in building a safer, stronger, and more prosperous city.

How To Support

We are on a mission to fix Jackson—revitalizing infrastructure, supporting our workforce, and uniting our communities for a stronger future. Jackson is at a turning point, and with your support, we can create real, lasting change. Every effort, whether spreading the word, volunteering, or donating, brings us closer to a thriving city for all. Join us in making a difference today!

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