Ophelia Ford Ousted 26-6

After eleven long months. Eight Democratic State Senators, finally decided along with eighteen Republicans. To void the May special election, which Ms. Ford won by 13 contested votes. All of which were, voided except for one. So much for the one man, one vote theory. If there was only one vote left to her advantage. That would've declared her a winner. She has continuously cried racism, from the very beginning. Now she may finally have a legitimate claim. Since she was accusing them of it anyway, they probably figured why not? Based on the final vote, there was no party loyalty present.

This late in the game. Whatever happens is more symbolic than anything. The election is up again in May. Only one month away. Ms. Fords closing remarks were "I will be back in January". I think she was right about that, I think she will. Terry Roland has missed his opportunity to capitalize, on the apathy of the voters. When all else fails, play the race card. Which she did from the start. Though it didn't serve her in the end, among the legislature. It has always been a winner with those particular voters. I think this issue gave Ms. Ford all the fire she needs, for the upcoming election.

How West Tennessee Democratic senators voted:

For voiding the election:
Sens. Roy Herron, D-Dresden, Doug Jackson, D-Dickson, Jim Kyle, D-Memphis, Don McLeary, R-Humboldt, Mark Norris, R-Collierville, Curtis Person, R-Memphis.

Against voiding the election:
Sens. Kathryn Bowers, D-Memphis, Steve Cohen, D-Memphis, Ophelia Ford, D-Memphis.

Not voting:
Speaker John Wilder, D-Somerville.