Steve Holland on statesmanship

In an op-ed written for the Daily Journal, Rep. Steve Holland (D-Plantersville) offers some insight into his approach to life in the minority. It’s a great read from the Mississippi House’s preeminent storyteller and includes a brief rundown on some the more important policy achievements of his 29 years in the legislature.

Holland references his questionable committee assignments without malice and provides a good picture of statesmanship:

I’m putting hard feelings aside; I’m going to be the best minority member I can be.

I will not let anyone steal my passion, knowledge, and desire to see Mississippi prosper.

I’m a journeyman. I can take the lumps and bruises and emerge. That’s exactly what I plan to do with your continued help and support. Thanks for the opportunity.

Thank you, Chairman.