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An Opportunity for Louisiana to Lead U.S. Back to Fiscal Sanity
In the face of unsustainable federal debt, Congress and the President appear unwilling and impotent to do anything about it. Robert J. Thorpe contends that the states must initiate a limit on spending, such as the National Debt Relief Amendment,... (Continue reading)
A Successful Rally for Higher Education…what’s next?
Written on 11 Nov, 2010 at 12:57 By: John Robert Butler in Constitution, Education, Iron Rail Gang, Louisiana, State Budget
No violence. No occupation. No anarchy. A peaceful protest….now what? The Rally for Higher Education was successful as a peaceful expression of anger conveyed without suspected influence from Louisiana anarchist groups. It can also be considered successful in that the turnout was significant enough... (Continue reading)
The Hayride’s Guide To Louisiana’s Constitutional Amendments
We’ve been repeatedly asked to post something about the 10 constitutional amendments on the ballot Tuesday across Louisiana, because in the midst of a dramatic campaign where individual candidates have dominated most folks don’t even know what they’ll be voting... (Continue reading)
In Defense Of The Constitution
Two plaintiffs recently filed a lawsuit that attempts to defend the integrity of our state’s constitution. The issue is whether or not the Legislature can, by enacting a statute, circumvent the intent of our constitution. Any change to the constitution... (Continue reading)
Let’s Talk About Smooth
Written on 28 Sep, 2010 at 15:06 By: Sarge in Caroline Fayard, Constitution, Elections, Jay Dardenne, Kevin Davis, Lieutenant Governor, Roger Villere, Sammy Kershaw
One of my favorite sayings is: “smooth as a baby’s bottom”. It conjures good images. Cherubs smiling and giggling, lolling on changing tables, baby powder clouds wafting in the breeze: it’s enchanting. It’s also a crock. I’ve watched the TV... (Continue reading)
Let's Talk About Smooth
Written on 28 Sep, 2010 at 15:06 By: MacAoidh in Caroline Fayard, Constitution, Elections, Jay Dardenne, Kevin Davis, Lieutenant Governor, Roger Villere, Sammy Kershaw
One of my favorite sayings is: “smooth as a baby’s bottom”. It conjures good images. Cherubs smiling and giggling, lolling on changing tables, baby powder clouds wafting in the breeze: it’s enchanting. It’s also a crock. I’ve watched the TV... (Continue reading)
Kevin Davis, Caroline Fayard Self-Disqualify At Lt. Gov. Forum
Written on 28 Sep, 2010 at 10:05 By: MacAoidh in Butch Gautreaux, Caroline Fayard, Constitution, Elections, Jay Dardenne, Kevin Davis, Lieutenant Governor, Roger Villere, Sammy Kershaw, SRLC2010
Here’s a good rule – if someone is running for a political office and part of their platform includes the citizenry giving them more power than they currently have in order to do their job, that someone doesn’t need to... (Continue reading)
Legislature Update: Driver’s License Fee Increase Getting Run Over
A bill by Sen. Joe McPherson (D-Woodworth) to repeal a $15 fee increase for driver’s licenses passed unanimously out of the Senate Transportation, Highways and Public Works Committee yesterday amid heavy criticism of Gov. Bobby Jindal’s efforts to impose the... (Continue reading)
Legislature Update: Schroder Blasts Tucker
Written on 7 Apr, 2010 at 10:41 By: macaoidh in Business, Constitution, Elections, Legislature, State Budget
After a slow start due to the Easter holidays, the 2010 Louisiana state legislative session is now in high gear. And high dudgeon as well, at least in some quarters. State Rep. John Schroder (R-Covington), who was tossed off the... (Continue reading)
An Alternative To The Jindal-Budget Conventional Wisdom
Let’s preface this piece by admitting that I’m a fan of Bobby Jindal, comparatively speaking. No, I don’t think he’s presidential or vice-presidential timber at this point. Cabinet secretary, perhaps, but not much beyond that without a bit more experience.... (Continue reading)