AltWeeklies Wire
Gov. Bobby Jindal is Keeping It Zippednew
National onlookers might be impressed with Jindal's claims of ethics reform, but in Louisiana, he is earning a reputation for being anything but transparent.
Too Many Secrets in Louisiananew
When it comes to hiding the public's business, no state can match Louisiana's executive branch, but that may change soon.
Ominous Beginning for Ethics Reform in Louisiananew
The kickoff of Gov. Bobby Jindal's special session on ethics reform was foreshadowed by indications that his "gold standard" might be easier to promise than achieve.
Who Will Get Louisiana's GOP Delegates?new
Most folks are more concerned about Louisiana's presidential primary on Feb. 9 than the delegate selection process, but that's a fool's choice. The party's nominee could be decided before Louisiana's primary.
Bobby Jindal's Quiet Governorshipnew
His historic reign as governor of Louisiana has officially begun, but you'll have to listen hard and watch closely to discern what it's all about.
Bobby Jindal's Media Honeymoon is Already Overnew
The Louisiana Gov.-elect's promises of ethical fastidiousness and rapid reform have set the bar so high that every hiccup is now major news.
Border Politicsnew
Members of Louisiana's congressional delegation are hitching their wagons to anti-immigration bills, many with an eye toward business and industry. The drivers, however, are probably more political than anything else.
The Rise and Fall of Bill Jeffersonnew
The once-powerful congressman is scheduled to stand trial on corruption charges in Virginia next month, but the political tide has already turned against him at home.
Bobby Jindal Will See You Nownew
Team Jindal is focused on filling key government jobs, but it better mind the Legislature as well.
The 2007 Jungle Primary Awardsnew
Even though all that glitters isn't gold, a few campaign blunders and political scores from recent months deserve special recognition.
Louisiana's GOP Puppet Mastersnew
Many of the new Republican lawmakers elected this year will be beholden to a deep-pocketed, win-at-any-cost group that has friends in high places and money to burn.
Citizen Georgesnew
After years of corporate success and civic involvement, John Georges is spending millions on what could be his greatest acquisition of all -- the office of governor of Louisiana.
Following the Money in Louisiana Gov. Racenew
Finance reports filed by gubernatorial candidates reveal who they are bedded down with, why their campaigns are so expensive and how they plan to win.
A Crusader in Blue Jeans, Y'allnew
Country music star Sammy Kershaw wants to convert his celebrity status into political cred to become Louisiana's next lieutenant governor.
Bobby Jindal's Geek Appealnew
The congressman drives a Taurus and listens to the Beatles, but his internet-driven campaign for governor of Louisiana has kept him in the lead and made him an icon among Gen-exers.
