Gregory Divinity
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Gregory Divinity ran in a special election to the Mississippi House of Representatives to represent District 66. He lost in the special general election on September 22, 2020.
Divinity completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography[edit]
Gregory Divinity was born in Utica, Mississippi. He served in the U.S. Army from 1985 to 2015. Divinity earned an associate degree from Hinds Community College, a bachelor’s degree from Belhaven University, and a master’s degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.[1]
Elections[edit]
2020[edit]
See also: Mississippi state legislative special elections, 2020
Special general runoff election for Mississippi House of Representatives District 66
De'Keither Stamps defeated Bob Lee Jr. in the special general runoff election for Mississippi House of Representatives District 66 on October 13, 2020.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
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| ✔ |
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De'Keither Stamps (Nonpartisan) |
61.5
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912 |
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Bob Lee Jr. (Nonpartisan) |
38.5
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572 | |
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Total votes: 1,484 | |||
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Special general election for Mississippi House of Representatives District 66
The following candidates ran in the special general election for Mississippi House of Representatives District 66 on September 22, 2020.
Candidate |
% |
Votes |
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| ✔ |
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De'Keither Stamps (Nonpartisan) |
40.0
|
762 |
| ✔ |
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Bob Lee Jr. (Nonpartisan) |
25.9
|
494 |
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Gregory Divinity (Nonpartisan)
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24.0
|
457 | |
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Calvin Williams (Nonpartisan) |
6.1
|
116 | |
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Kathryn Perry (Nonpartisan) |
2.4
|
45 | |
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Fabian Nelson (Nonpartisan)
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1.7
|
33 | |
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Total votes: 1,907 | |||
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Campaign themes[edit]
2020[edit]
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Gregory Divinity completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Divinity's responses.
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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.
Gregory is a husband, father, grandfather and proud life long resident of District 66. He is a graduate of Utica High School, Belhaven University, and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Gregory is the Senior Administrator of New Vineyard Ministries that consist of social services to the community such as schools, feeding programs, mental health programs, home ownership programs an array of other programs. Gregory is also a retired combat veteran who has spent his career serving his country as a military police officer, personnel officer, finance officer and an a plethora of other positions. Gregory is also a retired federal investigator and former probation parole officer as well.
Gregory Divinity, Sr. is committed to addressing the challenges facing our community. As a leader in our community, Gregory has worked to improve the community by establishing a preschool, afterschool, tutorial program and at- risk neighborhood programs.
From his educational background, military and federal law enforcement career he will bring strong discipline and leadership skills along with a fresh perspective to the legislature.
Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?
- Committed Servant
- Change Agent
- Proven Fighter
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Public Education Enhancement Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Reform Improvement of Streets and Roads Community and Business Partnerships Adequate Internet Services for Rural Communities Decent and Affordable Healthcare Homeownership and Blight Removal
What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?
My Leadership Skills My Self Discipline My Team Building Skills My Counseling Skills My Relationship Building Skills
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
I believe building relationshipsIn the legislature, understanding the people and the needs of your district and being committed to serving are the core responsibilities Of someone elected to this office.
What legacy would you like to leave?
That I was a servant of people willing to assist anyone in need no matter what.
What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?
President Gerald Ford assuming the presidency August 9, 1974 after President Nixon resigned. I was 6 years old.
What is your favorite book? Why?
The Bible. It gives me great wisdom knowledge and understanding.
What is something that has been a struggle in your life?
Sometimes Hurting myself in the process of Helping others.
What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?
I perceive the greatest challenges to our state over the next decade is to develop a better public education system, more economic development and decent affordable healthcare for all.
Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.
I believe building relationships with other legislators is extremely beneficial. This is the way to be successful in bettering the state as a whole by having those relationships and being able to work together.
If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?
The committees I have a strong desire to be a part of the Banking and Financial Services , Corrections, Education Military Affairs , Medicaid and Military Affairs.
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See also[edit]
2020 Elections
Government
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External links[edit]
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Footnotes[edit]
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 6, 2020
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