Editorial
Patience and love help overcome stress in busy life
For some of us, stress in our lives begins from the moment we wake up until the moment our heads hit the pillow at night. […]
Editorial
Columns
Self-financing is becoming a trend in this election cycle
It’s not unheard of to have a self-financed candidate in a major Louisiana campaign. But to see seven statewide candidates, including one incumbent and a regional officeholder, dipping into their own pockets during the same reporting period is somewhat unusual. […]
Columns
Former lawmaker wants to dual register as GOP, Dem
Former state Rep. Damon Baldone attempted to change his party affiliation to both Democrat and Republican — a dual registration — on Monday morning with the Terrebonne Parish Registrar of Voters, but was refused and he is now taking the matter to court. […]
Columns
A peek into Jindal’s inner sanctum
Despite holding the title of governor of Louisiana for over 7-1/2 years, we know very little about Bobby Jindal beyond his carefully-crafted public persona and well-scripted talking points. […]
Columns
Outside political players are flocking to legislative races
Given the treacherous tax votes that state lawmakers took during this year’s regular session, many now find themselves on the defensive as the fall election season kicks into high gear. […]
Columns
Next year’s U.S. Senate race revving up already
With senior U.S. Sen. David Vitter running for governor, and leading the polling and fundraising wars, three high-octane Republican politicians are already sounding like likely candidates, including Congressmen Charles Boustany and John Fleming and state Treasurer John Kennedy. […]
Columns
Louisiana campaign money rules being tested
For the first time in the long history of Louisiana politics super PACS are poised to play a defining role in statewide elections as nearly every candidate for governor has an independent money group backing their efforts. […]
Columns
Business scorecard delivers poor grades for most of Legislature
The annual legislative scorecard compiled by the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry was released Tuesday and includes a grade of “F” for 94 members of the Louisiana Legislature. […]
Editorial
How do we find peace in our lives?
Do you ever just plop down on the down on the sofa and say, “Dang, I’m tired? I’m worn out from all the running around today. […]