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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...
Alford: Landry, Legislature off to an early start
We have reached mid-November during a statewide election year and we already know who will fill the roles of governor, Senate president and speaker of the House.
Alford: Could local races drive turnout?
While there’s a great deal of attention focused on Louisiana’s remaining statewide runoffs for secretary of state, attorney general and treasurer, there are another 23 parishwide elections worth keeping tabs on this month.
Rolfe McCollister: Who will run for Baton Rouge mayor in 2024?
Editor's Note: This column expresses the opinion of the author only and does not constitute any endorsement by Business Report. Business Report does not...
Alford: Louisiana’s rush on Washington
Next year’s Washington Mardi Gras, slated for the week of Jan. 27, was already expected to be a record-breaking extravaganza with a 75th anniversary celebration on tap and former Saints quarterback Drew Brees wearing the king’s crown.
Alford: Lawmakers remain focused on leadership races
The internal legislative elections for president of the Louisiana Senate and speaker of the House of Representatives are developing rapidly as politicos wrap up the 2023 election cycle.
Alford: Legislative leadership races coming into focus
After this past weekend’s primary elections, the drama and intrigue surrounding the Louisiana Legislature’s next term is dying down a bit.
Most of the membership...
Alford: Turnout may define election primary
Despite an early voting process that underperformed, state election officials are standing by a primary turnout prediction of somewhere between 42% and 46%.
Alford: Legislative races yield hot election stories
Have you heard about the Acadiana state Senate race where one of the candidates has been accused of setting fire to a family of...
McCollister: Voting is critical in determining Louisiana’s destiny
It’s decision time for Louisiana. Early voting began Sept. 30 and runs through Saturday, Oct. 7. Election day is Oct. 14. Your future—as well as that of this state—is at stake and you have many choices to make on the ballot.
Rolfe McCollister: Determine our destiny by voting
Editor's Note: This column expresses the opinion of the author only and does not constitute an endorsement by Business Report. Business Report does not...
Alford: An unpredictable secretary of state’s race?
If you’re not paying attention to the secretary of state’s race, then you’re missing out on what may be the most interesting Louisiana election of 2024.
Alford: Kennedy’s PAC has national ambitions
If you read this column last week, you already know U.S. Sen. John Kennedy has a new affiliated political action committee called Common Sense for America that will engage in a handful of Louisiana elections this fall.
