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Monday, March 28, 2011
STORIES FROM TODAY & THE WEEKEND
Former Gov. Buddy Roemer wins supporters
ROEMER'S SPEECH IN IOWA VIDEO... PASS IT ON TO FRIENDS
Jeff Landry To Address Tea Party of Louisiana Tonight!
House to consider renumbering districts
Redistricting is cutthroat job
EDITORIAL: Keep pushing graduation rates
In the state Capitol, remap gets personal
LA redistricting amendments create administrative logjam
Remap vote set this week Senate, House redraw plans shuffle districts
Political Horizons: Reapportionment and race
Redistricting: The politics of protection
LABI set to host issues conference
Federal investigation into Parish corruption casts wide net
Jefferson defense attorney confirmed as federal judge
Look here to see maps of Louisiana Senate remap plan
Redistricting plan would pit two pairs of incumbents in N.O. area
Northern Monroe district gets reprieve
House committee supports redistricting plan for BESE, PSC
Jindal pushes BP funds for event
EDITORIAL: Improvement in Louisiana's dropout rate is encouraging
Parish officials to make second trip to federal grand jury today
Parish likely to cancel River Birch contract 'very soon'
Landrieu blasts SUNO-UNO merger plan
CHARLENE CHARLET DAY: A LAWYER FOR OUR FAMILIES, NOT ANOTHER POLITICIAN!
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Labels: JINDAL, LANDRY, LEGISLATURE, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER
Friday, March 11, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Friday, March 11th)
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A Hit in Iowa, Roemer on to South Carolina
EDITORIAL: It's time for Louisiana to pay the price
$1 billion in cuts
Jindal budget to be unveiled today to lawmakers
'Rainy day' funds sit unused in handful of states
LA House members call steep spending cuts a necessary evil
Census affects many old laws
Vitter, others threaten to block bills
Senator David Vitter still rolling along
Big Payday for Some Hill Staffers
Just 17% Believe U.S. Muslims Are Treated Unfairly
Sheriff blames Holden for delay
Leadership program starts
New member to miss SUNO/UNO meeting
SUNO students sue to shut down Regents
Inside Report: Governor's tactical error on Regents
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Labels: BUDGET, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER, VITTER
Thursday, March 10, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Thursday, March 10th)
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EDITORIAL: Watch Out, Here's Buddy!
Jindal to unveil budget
Fiscal urgency remains, even as revenue forecast improves slightly
Sen. Vitter joins GOP effort to enact national right-to-work law
Bob Livingston to lead Louisiana GOP fundraising efforts
Minority surgeon named to Regents
Mayor: Slash pay to hit budget
Obama's Approval Rating Among Independent Voters Drops
61% See President Obama As More Liberal Than They Are
Dardenne: Tourism push to start
Syrup mill deal faces problems
Lawmakers push for extension of offshore drilling leases
Richmond says Muslim radicalization hearing may fuel al-Qaeda's fire
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Labels: BUDGET, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, OBAMA, POLITICS, POLL, ROEMER, VITTER
Wednesday, March 09, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Wednesday, March 9th)
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EDITORIAL: Where's The Guinea Pig?
America sets new record for monthly deficit spending
Roemer: I want a president who's free to lead, who's free to do the right thing
NPR President Resigns Following Hidden-Camera Sting (Tea Party "Racist")
State and local workers: Gone but not off the books
Mayor's pay under review
What's your view: Spending or revenue?
For Lent, politicians should give up bad habits
Grambling's books in shambles
Louisiana ranks only No. 6 in state vice survey
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Labels: BUDGET, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, OBAMA, POLITICS, ROEMER
Tuesday, March 08, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (HAPPY MARDI GRAS!)
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VIDEO: LA Candidate Roemer Knocks It Out Of The Park In Iowa
Roemer: Rails Against Moneyed Interests- "Thank God For The Tea Party"
Buddy Roemer in Iowa: I Declare My Independence (Against Special Interests)
State Revenue Estimates Increase
Board of Regents member quits
Vitter to WH: Let's Look for More Production at Home, Not Abroad
EDITORIAL: Legislature is right to examine Feinberg's claim process
Nucor breaks ground on La. plant
LIVE! Mardi Gras Parade Cam: Corner St. Charles & Napolean
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Labels: BUDGET, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER, VITTER
Monday, March 07, 2011
STORIES FROM TODAY & THE WEEKEND
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LIVE! Mardi Gras Parade Cam: Corner St. Charles & Napolean
Big Night in Iowa for Five Presidential Hopefuls
EDITORIAL: Latest step for La. GOP
As Jindal unveils budget, let battle begin
Revenue Estimating Conference could recognize more revenue for LA
Scalise on drilling permits
Police pensions perplex cities
47% See Increased Government Hiring as Bad for Economy
Special election called to fill final opening in Legislature
EDITORIAL: A big boost for tourism
Roemer fighting system again- 'Money corrupts'
Roemer Takes (Long) Shot
5 potential GOP candidates to converge at forum
Jindal: Turn focus from race to issues
Obama administration appeals drilling permit order
Black Caucus plans prison voter effort
Cigarette tax increase proposed by Senate President Chaisson
BESE board could experience turnover
Mouton's clout was imaginary, but his indictment for corruption is real
Presidential primary date may hurt Louisiana politically
Opponents of LA Medicaid privatization plan drop out
Coalition seeks higher ed reforms
Donelon says insurance market is competitive again
Big pact talks not public, says state
71% Believe Government Workers Get Better Pensions
EDITORIAL: Lawmakers are responsible for being duped
In Louisiana, job growth is stronger for non-college grads
The Cook Report: It's Nobody's Turn
Supreme Court redistricting proposal likely for special session
More subpoenas suggest new phase in public corruption investigation
Angelle: First BP tourism payment received
New Orleans City Hall 'dysfunctional'
Politics, prison topics of gathering at ex-St. John President's home
Traffic report: Broaden planning
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Labels: ANGELLE, BUDGET, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, OBAMA, POLITICS, ROEMER
Friday, March 04, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Friday, March 4th)
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Roemer kicks off presidential exploratory campaign
Obama's Full Month Ratings Dip Slightly in February
66% Say Government Workers Have More Job Security than Private Sector
EDITORIAL: Room To Cut
Higher ed chief gets 3-year deal
Jindal rebuts critical article
Black Caucus to look at creating a second minority district
Parish could see new seat in Senate
Parish officials complete their day with federal grand jury
Ex-Mayor Convicted
'Duped' Lawmakers Cry Foul
Landry scolds Interior Department over pace of drilling permits
State coordinating aid to troubled children
Cannizzaro may be goosing trial numbers, courthouse observers suggest
EDITORIAL: Violent crime call to action (Baton Rouge)
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Labels: JINDAL, LOUISIANA, OBAMA, POLITICS, POLL, REAPPORTIONMENT, ROEMER
Thursday, March 03, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Thursday, March 3rd)
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ROEMER IS RUNNING!
Jindal keeps everyone guessing
Gov. Jindal's Donors Mostly In LA (Raised Over $12 Million)
Pay raises to be frozen
House speaker considering run for La. Senate
Kostelka: Deadline is 'intimidating'
Hardee seeks District 47 seat
Pastorek taps official to advise on N.O. schools
Protesters rally for legalizing marijuana
EDITORIAL: Now it's time to go back to work
Oil spill claims process to be examined by legislative committee
After delay, Parish officials to testify at grand jury Thursday
Landfill fight reveals unexpected mutual political interests
SU figures indicted in funds theft
Cifer 5000 case jury deliberates into night
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Labels: BUDGET, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER
Friday, February 18, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Friday, February 18th)
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Former Gov. Buddy Roemer to dip his toe in presidential waters
How to Think About the Tea Party
Report alleges misuse of database
Inside Report: Is merger plan a conspiracy?
Judge candidates speak to GOP
EDITORIAL: Give Blueprint's budget plan a look
Redistricting hearings evoke calls for compact political districts
Newsweek names New Orleans top dying city
EDITORIAL: How to fund our roads?
Report Blames BP
Jury in racketeering case resumes deliberations
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Labels: BLUEPRINT, LOUISIANA, NEW ORLEANS, POLITICS, ROEMER, TEA PARTY
Tuesday, February 01, 2011
STORIES OF THE DAY (Tuesday, February 1st)
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Obama health care law unconstitutional, Florida judge rules
Roemer rips GOP field, eyes decision
GOP Voters Want Presidential Candidate With Private Sector Experience
Inside Report: Jindal activity, election year and polls
Jindal suggests a single college governance board
EDITORIAL: Save TOPS... and Go Grants, too
Drilling proponents urge action
Many former, current public officials on the witness stand
Weather postpones Dardenne's N.Y. trip
Commissioner Clyde Holloway trying to keep utility rates in check
91,000 Gulf oil spill claims, just 1 final payment
Appeals ruling mixed on La. lawyer ad rules
N.O. property owners can expect 'substantial change' in assessments
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Labels: EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER
Sunday, January 30, 2011
STORIES FROM THIS WEEKEND
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Voters Continue To Favor Lower Taxes, Less Spending
Roemer Ponders Presidency
Monteleone to host Edwin Edwards birthday party and roast in July
Governor's office says 134 of 195 campaign promises fulfilled
Jindal takes strategic aim at UNO and SUNO
Campaign money used for Mayor's trips to China, Washington
Vitter files 37 pieces of legislation in Congress' opening week
Vitter Gaining Influence
Alexander questions Obama earmarks ban
Tauzin a "household name in Congress..." opens new lobbyist shop
Program helps La. recover health funds
EDITORIAL: Address how best to gauge La. colleges' effectiveness
Jindal to lay out his higher education agenda at Monday gathering
2011 key to high-school grad effort
EDITORIAL: Truth shouldn't be difficult
Dr. Laura Cassidy recognizes privileges, sacrifices
Dardenne set to tackle litter, Take trip to New York City
EDITORIAL: For Louisiana, the head count counts for so much
Jindal targets child sex ads in 'virtual world'
LA Institute of Public Policy & Politics March 1st
Edwin Edwards' supporters send best wishes
UNO-SUNO merger study to cost state up to $99,000
Legislative panel rejects voluntary 'convenience fees'
Ex-court clerk 'Gert' Dupont dies at 83
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Labels: ALEXANDER, JINDAL, LOUISIANA, OBAMA, POLITICS, ROEMER, VITTER
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
STORIES FROM TODAY & LABOR DAY
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LOUISIANA INSTITUTE OF POLITICS FEATURES FORMER GOVERNORS (TONIGHT)
The Curious Campaign Of Hunt Downer
Scalise criticizes President Barack Obama for policies in both gulfs
Boustany joins in call for Salazar to speed up shallow-water drilling
William Jefferson's appeal is extended again
Darnell leads Willard-Lewis in fundraising for 2nd District Senate seat
EDITORIAL: La. education again gets reform points, but lags in results
Taylor Mathews performs tonight on 'America's Got Talent' on NBC
EDITORIAL: The Saints Are Coming
EDITORIAL: Blessings of work
The enduring mystery of who killed Huey P. Long
Campaign proposed against baggy pants
Louisiana state parks join geocaching craze
Tax-free weekend drives sales up
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Labels: BOUSTANY, DOWNER, FOSTER, LANDRY, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER, SAINTS, SCALISE
Saturday, August 28, 2010
SATURDAY STORIES (TODAY IS ELECTION DAY!)
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EDITORIAL: Go To Polls and Vote
Congressional primary elections are today
FOR ALL THE OFFICIAL ELECTION RETURNS CLICK HERE AFTER 8 PM
'Campaign Academy' A Few Scholarships Available! Deadline 8/31
'LOUISIANA INSTITUTE OF POLITICS' FACULTY PROFILE: BUDDY ROEMER
'LOUISIANA INSTITUTE OF POLITICS' FACULTY PROFILE: KYLE RUCKERT
Painter ordered to stay away from ex-aide
Layoffs Delayed
LSU Board Under New Leadership
Marionneaux seeks Ethics Board injunction
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Labels: ELECTIONS, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER
Friday, August 27, 2010
STORIES OF THE DAY (Friday, August 27th)
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ELECTION DAY IS TOMORROW: Vitter is La. primary favorite
'Louisiana Institute of Politics' A Few Scholarships Available! Deadline 8/31
BESE Controversy: Queries, concerns fly before panel on school funding
"END the Louisiana INCOME TAX"
Restraint Of Painter Sought
New Jersey Governor Christie- A Rising National Star
EDITORIAL: One Jury's Good Work
Bribery conspirator gets probation
Q&A with 4th Congressional District candidates
Study cuts moratorium- Rules said adequate
Symposium looks at death of Huey Long
Climate change center to be in Lower 9th Ward
Plaquemines population shift after Katrina may be permanent
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Labels: ELECTIONS, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER, VILLERE, VITTER
Friday, August 20, 2010
STORIES OF THE DAY (Friday, August 20th)
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Poll shows Vitter with lead over Melancon (Party Primary A No Contest 74% - 5%)
ROEMER IS RIGHT... BESE IS BROKEN!
Past Governors to Address Louisiana Insitute of Politics
Villere Wins More Endorsements Across State
Louisiana Education Leaders' Pay A PR Problem
3rd Congressional District candidates accentuate the conservative
State budget battle coming next year, Senate president said
EDITORIAL: High Turnover Coming Early (4th Floor)
7 arrested in probe of courts sentenced
IRS agent: Former Senator constructed web of financial deceit
N.O. is now a 'laboratory for innovation and change,' Mitch tells D.C. crowd
BP accused of withholding 'critical' spill data
Education chief on personal trip to see Sean O'Keefe in Alaska
Louisiana Institute of Politics 1st 'Campaign Academy' (Register Now!)
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Labels: LOUISIANA, MELANCON, POLITICS, ROEMER, VITTER
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
STORIES OF THE DAY (Wednesday, August 18th)
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AP Poll: Obama at new low for handling economy
(HUNT DUCKS!) Downer Absent From Tea Party Debate
Desperate Downer Attacks Landry (CONDUCT UNBECOMING!)
Probe points to stalking- Investigators search Painter's office, state car
Lawmaker revels in lax ethical standards
Louisiana to skip appointing interim commissioner of higher education
BERNIE PINSONAT: Governor Should Ask For Board of Regents Resignation!
BESE's Roemer says panel in need of makeover
4 former Louisiana state employees plead guilty
Moratorium's victims speak out
LA. hires Dallas law firm for BP damages ($500,000), Seattle Firm ($779,000)
CHARLIE DAVIS: Obama Takes Gridlock On Tour
New briefs filed in ex-Avoyelles sheriff Belt case
Louisiana Institute of Politics 1st 'Campaign Academy' (Register Now!)
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Labels: DOWNER, FOSTER, JINDAL, LANDRY, LOUISIANA, POLITICS, ROEMER, VITTER
Sunday, August 08, 2010
SUNDAY SPECIAL EDITION (August 8th, 2010)
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WALL STREET JOURNAL: Voters to Obama: Your Priorities Stink!
Vitter Leading Race Despite Being Target (It's About Obama!)
MUD ALERT! (Traylor "Stalking Horse" For Melancon)
Many Americans seem to be changing their minds about the role of government
PUBLIC WORKER PENSIONS ARE TOO RICH FOR AMERICA'S BLOOD
EDITORIAL: Obama administration should hasten the end of moratorium
LEGISLATORS KEEPING 'MAD MONEY'
Democrat Awards slated For Boggs, Bussie, Blake
Political Horizons: 'War' over Pastorek on again
Buddy Roemer Among O'Brian Recipients, ROEMERS ROAM
EDITORIAL: Sad Tradition Of Secrecy- LSU's Old Boys' Network
Judge Who Turned Over Records Quits
Council 'blind-sided' new mayor
NEW WEB VIDEO: THE 'V' REVOLUTION!
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Labels: LEGISLATURE, LOUISIANA, LSU, MELANCON, OBAMA, POLITICS, ROEMER, TRAYLOR, VITTER
Friday, March 12, 2010
STORIES OF THE DAY (Friday, March 12th)
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Latest Senate Poll: Vitter 57%, Melancon 34%
Democrats abandon compromise- Push for vote despite abortion schism
David Broder: States Are The Real World
Earmark Ban Backed- Geared To Calming Electorate Seething Over Runaway Spending
Louisiana Judge impeached by U.S. House of Representatives
EDITORIAL: U.S. Senate should kick Judge Thomas Porteous out
Charlie Melancon: Too Busy For Louisianians, Doing What?
Bill Cassidy: "I Never Bet Against the American People"
Social services department overhaul proposed
Louisiana Recovery Authority expects to fold with millions unspent
Bill Would Lower License Fee- Would repeal recent 70 percent increase
Technical colleges finding more creative ways to teach on a budget
BESE leadership issue on hold
Brooks-Simms gets sentence reduced as reward for helping prosecutors
EDITORIAL: At last- Strong action on DWIs
Cockfight attendance targeted in legislative proposal
Tea Party of Louisiana Blasts Term Limit Repeal Proposal, Prepares To Oppose
EDITORIAL: PLEASE VOTE 'NO' ON UNLIMITED TERMS FOR THE POLITICIANS!
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Labels: CASSIDY, LOUISIANA, MELANCON, POLITICS, POLL, ROEMER, TEA PARTY, VITTER