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WE GET WHAT WE VOTE FOR

Bobby Jindal is demolishing Louisiana, but we elected him and the legislators who let his wrecking ball swing.

Rigging the System

The annual spring legislative session is just under way in Baton Rouge as lawmakers grapple with a $1.6 billion budget deficit and the difficult job of closing it.

THE BUSINESS OF POLITICS

Price of Oil Getting Political in LouisianaWhile oil prices, and predictions about where they’re going, don’t paint a pretty picture for the state of Louisiana, we’re unlikely to see a true and complete portrait of their effect on the current fiscal year budget until the next governor is sworn in.

Bye, Bye Big Budget

Budget-friendly parties and gifts are the way to go whether it’s for a small office or a business giant. Good news — a tight budget doesn’t mean skimping on the good stuff and it doesn’t wreck an otherwise great evening. Just add some additional planning and a dash of creativity.

RE: Our New Normal

Lafayette spent 20 years drunk on high oil prices and emerging industries. Is it time for the hangover?


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