Category Archives: Politics & Government
Dems to issue endorsements this Saturday
The state Democratic Party will issue it's official endorsements tomorrow night, hoping to find the right candidates to knock out a slew of GOP incumbents. State Party Executive Director Stephen Handw...
Aug 16, 2019
State Bond Commission gives thumbs up on Superdome renovation financing plan
The State Bond Commission has approved a $450 million financing plan to pay for renovations to the 44-year-old Superdome. The state will spend $90 million on the project, the Superdome Commission $210...
Aug 15, 2019 Jeffrey Schwartz / CC
Louisiana has the lowest level of support for abortion rights in the nation
A survey says Louisiana has the lowest level of support for abortion rights in the nation, with only 34 percent saying they support the right to legal abortion in most, or all cases. 60 percent of sta...
Aug 13, 2019
Gumbo PAC unleashes two new television attack ads aimed at Republican candidates
Pro-Edwards super PAC Gumbo PAC releases two statewide television ads attacking both major Republicans in the race, Eddie Rispone and Congressman Ralph Abraham. UL Lafayette Poli Sci Professor Pearson...
Aug 13, 2019
Governor Edwards discusses plans for Superdome Renovations during visit to Saints training camp
Governor John Bel Edwards visited Saints training camp on Monday and discussed the $450 million plan to renovate the Mercedes Benz Superdome. Edwards says the massive renovation would also result in a...
Aug 12, 2019 Phil Roeder / CC
President announces support for expanded background checks, many Republicans still oppose
President Trump announces he's backing stronger background checks for gun purchases and red flag laws allowing authorities to remove firearms from those who are a danger to themselves or others. Despi...
Aug 09, 2019
Most incumbents face easy road ahead
Statewide incumbents appear to have gotten off pretty easy this year with few high profile, or well-funded challengers signing up to run for their seats. Prominent Republicans sat out this cycle with ...
Aug 09, 2019
Governor's race could break spending records
Qualifying has wrapped up and the field is set for what should be a highly competitive governor's race as the southeast's only Democrat defends his seat against two Republicans contenders. The race ha...
Aug 08, 2019
Fall election roster finally set
Qualifying has officially closed and the rosters are set for the fall statewide elections. In the marquee competition, Governor John Bel Edwards will face two major Republican opponents, Baton Rouge B...
Aug 08, 2019 British Library / CC
Politico raises concerns about election security in Louisiana
Politico names Louisiana one of 14 states where the election system is most at risk of being exploited due to what they deem an insufficient paper trail generated by Louisiana voting machines. The rep...
Aug 07, 2019 Jen Russo / CC
