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‘LaPolitics’: Turnout estimates differ for presidential primary
The Secretary of State’s Office is expecting turnout of between 20% and 25% for Saturday’s presidential preference primary election—the first of 2024. As for...
‘LaPolitics’: Weed wars slated for regular session
Should Louisiana universities continue to play a state-sanctioned role in the marijuana industry? More importantly, what has been the return on investment so far...
‘LaPolitics’: Cassidy makes a staffing suggestion
U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy took to the Senate floor this week and urged his colleagues to step up on flood insurance while reminding them...
‘LaPolitics’: Will voters care about Louisiana’s March ballot?
The date of the March 23 ballot may very well match the turnout, with the Louisiana Secretary of State’s office forecasting voter engagement somewhere...
Billy Tauzin: Louisiana doesn’t need a polarized state Supreme Court
This is an opinion piece by Billy Tauzin and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Business Report or its staff. A Chackbay native,...
Rolfe McCollister: Gov. Landry is the man who wants to be king
Louisiana has had governors who want to rule rather than serve.
Even those without the monarchical drive have significant power in our state, what with...
Rolfe McCollister: Gov. Landry is the man who wants to be king
Louisiana has had governors who want to rule rather than serve.
Even those without the monarchical drive have significant power in our state, what with...
‘LaPolitics’: Louisiana’s new congressional map means the emergence of new politics
State Sen. Cleo Fields of Baton Rouge broke what may have been the least surprising political news of the month when he announced plans...
Rolfe McCollister: Ideas for Baton Rouge’s next mayor
There is an organization, the International City/County Management Association, that includes professionals who manage cities.
A majority of U.S. cities have a city manager. Baton...
From the publisher: A call for a new mindset
In the heart of our Capital Region, there’s a city filled with promise and typical challenges faced by any American metropolis. It’s time for...
Is it time for Louisiana to expand school choice?
Louisiana’s school voucher program, which was first signed into law under former Gov. Bobby Jindal in 2008, provides low-income families with vouchers to send...
Rachel Alexander Cambre: Expanding school choice is overdue
Editor’s note: The viewpoints expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Business Report or its staff.
Louisiana’s fight for...
In the Louisiana Legislature, sessions beget sessions
Between now and the regular session that begins in March, Gov. Jeff Landry is expected to recall lawmakers to Baton Rouge to focus on crime. Organizers were originally targeting Feb. 19 through March 6 for the policymaking gathering.
‘LaPolitics’: Questions mount about the future of economic development
Gov.-elect Jeff Landry has named Anne Villa as the interim secretary of Louisiana Economic Development. Villa, who was previously undersecretary, will serve in the...
Rolfe McCollister: BRAC needs bold, independent leadership
A new year means new opportunities. One such opportunity is hiring a new CEO for the Baton Rouge Area Chamber. After 15 years, Adam...
MAPP CEO Mike Polito: Is the superintendent’s dismissal in the best interest of our...
In reflecting upon the recent decision of five members of our school board to not renew our superintendent's contract, I find myself compelled to voice my concern.
Alford: Will politics give way to policies?
All 14 of the transition councils appointed by Gov.-elect Jeff Landry wrapped up their policy work last week, just in time for Christmas.
The gift...
Alford: Inauguration fever will be costly
The big day is quickly approaching.
On Monday, Jan. 8, Gov.-elect Jeff Landry will become Gov. Jeff Landry and all of his supporters—from lobbyists and...
Rolfe McCollister: Is Louisiana tired of trashy?
We all know a picture is worth a thousand words, and I have a couple here that speak volumes. You see these and ask,...
Alford: What Louisiana House Republicans are focused on ahead of the next session
The leadership in the Republican-led House of Representatives in Baton Rouge is taking shape quicker than usual.
That’s mainly due to the October primary win...
