AltWeeklies Wire
Death and the Citynew
As 2009 gets off to a violent start, a crime writer suggests New Orleans' approach to non-violent offenders is a big part of the problem.
Gambit |
Ethan Brown |
02-11-2009 |
Commentary
Sen. David Vitter's Right Flanknew
The embattled senator effectively announced his candidacy for re-election last week when he filed nearly three dozen bills on the opening day of the 111th Congress, most of which reflect his desire (read: urgent political need) to endear himself to Christian conservatives.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
01-14-2009 |
Commentary
How Long Will the GOP Stay in Love with Anh 'Joseph' Cao?new
The political newcomer beat embattled 18-year Democratic incumbent Bill Jefferson for a seat in Congress, but it will be interesting to see how he adapts to the ways of Washington.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
12-16-2008 |
Commentary
Reform the Army Corps of Engineers Nownew
The Army Corps of Engineers has defied a Congressional order to complete a plan for Louisiana coastal protection and restoration. Reforming the Corps should be a top priority for the entire Louisiana congressional delegaton
In late 2005, Congress gave the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers $20 million and ordered it to complete within two years a plan for Category 5 storm protection, the Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration (LACPR) report. Three years later, the report is still not finished and the Corps says it won't be finished until at least June of next year.
Gambit |
Staff |
12-16-2008 |
Commentary
Gustav's Wake Leaves Political Mess in Louisiananew
Hurricane Gustav forced the state to postpone primaries for Congressional seats, including that of embattled incumbent William Jefferson. Scheduling the primary the same day as open primaries for state and local offices is sure to increase voter turnout, which could have a real effect on Jefferson's chances for a runoff.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
09-08-2008 |
Commentary
Keep the Motorcycle Helmet Lawnew
Louisiana's Legislature will consider repealing the mandatory helmet law for motorcycle riders. We consider that move to be wrongheaded.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos and David Winkler-Schmit |
04-15-2008 |
Commentary
8/29 Commission -- Nownew
Congress should pass the 8/29 Investigation Act to review why New Orleans' levees failed in the wake of Hurricane Katrina to prevent similar catastrophes in the future. New Orleans isn't the only major American city that depends on levees; this is a national issue.
Gambit |
Editorial |
03-25-2008 |
Commentary
Vitter Should Resignnew
The recent scandal over New York Gov. Eliot Spitzer's involvement with a high-priced hooker provided yet another opportunity for U.S. Sen. David Vitter to disgrace himself and our state on the national stage.
Gambit |
Editorial |
03-19-2008 |
Commentary
FEMA's Formaldehyde Foiblesnew
Over the past year and a half, FEMA has taken steps, sort of, to address the issue of formaldehyde in FEMA trailers, but the problem remains.
Gambit |
Matt Robinson |
01-07-2008 |
Commentary
The New New Orleans Economic Paradigmnew
The New Orleans City Council's recent vote to demolish four public housing projects sent a clear signal that city leaders no longer want the city to be a poor racially divided city but one with a bi-racial middle class rooted in home ownership.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
01-03-2008 |
Commentary
Endangered Species?new
Both national parties have targeted two races in Louisiana as potential turnovers during the 2008 election cycle, but the competition could spread.
Gambit |
Jeremy Alford |
12-26-2007 |
Commentary
Another Cliffhanger for Marynew
Opponents line up to unseat U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
12-05-2007 |
Commentary
The Road to 2010new
Many expect New Orleans' Katrina-related loss of population to be Baton Rouge's gain in the next census, but additional legislative seats won't guarantee a political coup.
Gambit |
Jeremy Alford |
12-05-2007 |
Commentary
Sheep's Clothingnew
These days, even the Old Guard supports of "ethics reform" in Louisiana -- and that should make everyone suspicious.
Gambit |
Elliott Stonecipher and John S. Baker Jr. |
11-13-2007 |
Commentary
Searching for Bobby Jindalnew
During a runoff for Louisiana governor four years ago, I was impressed by Bobby Jindal's intelligence, energy, focus, thoroughness on the issues, his stand on economic development and that he moderated some of his hard-right positions over time. In the governor's race this time around, I don't recognize the guy who calls himself Bobby Jindal.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
09-25-2007 |
Commentary
