AltWeeklies Wire
His Darkest Hournew
Former New Orleans City Council at-large member Oliver Thomas pleads guilty to a federal bribery charge -- his handling of the charge embodies the best and worst of the city.
Gambit |
Allen Johnson |
08-21-2007 |
Commentary
Keep the Crook in Jail -- It's Importantnew
Across Louisiana, there is a budding movement to get former Gov. Edwin W. Edwards out of jail early, either via a presidential pardon or a commutation of the former governor's 10-year sentence -- we oppose any such effort.
Gambit |
Staff |
08-15-2007 |
Commentary
Target Lockednew
A wide array of issues could arise in the agriculture commissioner's race, but the contest will be a referendum on Bob Odom's competence and trustworthiness.
The Vitter Endnew
David Vitter evokes little pity, particularly among his fellow politicians, many of whom privately describe him as shamelessly self-righteous, blindly ambitious and ruthlessly calculating.
No More Tricksnew
Despite his best efforts to micromanage media coverage of his sexual escapades, David Vitter remains a sitting target for the Democratic Party and practically everyone else.
Nagin for Governor?new
Talk continues that New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin, who was re-elected even in the face of criticism for his handling of Hurricane Katrina, might run for governor
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
07-10-2007 |
Commentary
A Political Bombshellnew
Last week's guilty plea by former Orleans Parish School Board president Ellenese Brooks-Simms was the political equivalent of a nuclear bomb.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
06-26-2007 |
Commentary
Presidential Debates Should Come Through New Orleansnew
Choosing New Orleans should be easy for the bi-partisan Commission on Presidential Debates.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
06-26-2007 |
Commentary
John Georges' October Surprisenew
Businessman John Georges has in mind his own version of an October Surprise for Congressman Bobby Jindal -- a spectacular come-from-behind victory in Louisiana's governor's race. If Georges succeeds, Jindal won't be the only one who's surprised.
The Stench of Corruption in Louisiananew
Multiple investigations into bribery, kickbacks and abuses of power cement Louisiana's reputation as a political cesspool.
Jefferson's Fall From Gracenew
Fans of The Sopranos now can find a crew for their withdrawal pains -- whenever they need a dose of corruption, betrayal, racketeering, family intrigue, self-dealing, bribery and extortion, they can read the 94-page federal indictment of Congressman Bill Jefferson of Louisiana.
Gambit |
Clancy DuBos |
06-12-2007 |
Commentary
Contract Hellnew
Louisiana's $756 million contract with ICF International to help homeowners recover from Hurricane Katrina was hurriedly awarded and monitored with limited resources, making for a perfect political storm that is just now making landfall.
Headed for a Showdown?new
No matter what, most statewide officials in Louisiana can expect some kind of opposition next year.
Mary Landrieu's Media Biasnew
Louisiana's Democratic senator is pushing two press-friendly bills through Congress, but she swears it's all about protecting the Fourth Estate, not currying its favor.
How to Get the Pols to Listen to Younew
Having a voice during legislative sessions can be daunting to average citizens, so here's some advice from those who have tread the Louisiana Capitol hallways for years.
