Friday, October 06, 2006
STORIES OF THE DAY: THE ADVOCATE
Blanco opposes proposed raise for officials (in election year)
By MARSHA SHULER
"The commission recommended that statewide elected officials pay go up effective July 1, with the beginning of the new budget year. That’s about six months before to the end of their current terms." Making pay raise proposals effective in 2008 with the next office holders would give them “a better chance” of passage, (Senate President Don) Hines said."
http://www.2theadvocate.com/news/4323612.html
La. congressional delegation cautious about Foley scandal
By GERARD SHIELDS
Advocate Washington bureau
(Cong. Richard) "Baker, in a written statement Thursday, labeled the group “a liberal attack-dog outfit.” Baker, a 20-year veteran of Congress and dean of the Louisiana delegation, stood by House Speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Ill., saying nine out of 10 calls to his office prompted by the group support the speaker."
http://www.2theadvocate.com/news/4323487.html
Hospital plan late, unclear, officials told
By MARSHA SHULER
"LSU efforts to get $300 million in hurricane-recovery money as a down payment on a proposed New Orleans university hospital joint venture with the Veterans Administration suffered a setback Thursday."
http://www.2theadvocate.com/news/4323592.html
Romero stresses platform on TV
Senator discusses values, immigration
By PATRICK COURREGES
Advocate Acadiana bureau
http://www.2theadvocate.com/news/politics/4323512.html
