Editorial
New Geymann rule rules in budget debate
The confusion and frustration that engulfed the House of Representatives the day before could not dim the sunny attitude and beaming smile of Rep. Brett Geymann. […]
Editorial
Columns
Rainwater doesn’t understand his job
The Associated Press’s Melinda Deslatte wrote a column about the scare tactics being used by Commissioner of Administration (“COA”) Paul Rainwater and other state agency heads as a result of the actions of the House Appropriations Committee.
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Editorial
Is a presidential primary worth the price?
In 2008, after decades of political irrelevance, the Louisiana presidential preferential primary actually figured to matter in the nomination races of both parties. […]
Columns
What is the business of leges?
According to House Speaker Jim Tucker, the vote on the merger of SUNO and UNO scheduled for Monday, on the House Floor, was postponed until Wednesday.
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Editorial
Former governor ‘Trumped’ on campaign trail
Having run against both Edwin Edwards and David Duke in the same election, former Gov. Buddy Roemer knows what it’s like to be outshone by a flamboyant politician’s appeal to the masses. […]
Columns
Demise of the once ‘King Dollar’
It is depressing to watch the continued erosion of the proud currency that was once known as “King Dollar.”
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Editorial
Steps taken to armor courthouse
A Federal Emergency Management Agency grant in the amount of $258,883 will fund the installation of impact-resistant glass windows at the St. Charles Parish courthouse, ensuring the building’s strength in the face of severe storms and hurricanes. […]
Editorial
Brothers in Christ have much in common
Leaving the funeral home Monday morning, a family member of the deceased stopped me. […]
Allen Lottinger
Spillway could serve a double purpose
It’s high water time on the Mississippi River, a time which in the past built up south Louisiana.
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