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Transparency Delayed: Youngsville’s Pattern and Practice
Youngsville repeatedly promises public records within days, yet requests involving crime, officers, training, and discipline remain unresolved months later.
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Long gone: LDH ‘Misplaces’ $103 Million… in Another State?!
💸 Louisiana has the highest sales tax in the nation. Where does all that money go? Well over $103 million went to people living in other states. But sure, let’s raise your taxes again.
Charlotte’s Web of Connections
Sidewalks that don’t get poured. Insurance contracts for insiders. And repairs that only happen after we ask questions. Welcome to Carencro’s “Charlotte’s Web.”
Clay Higgins and the Power of Principle
Congressman Clay Higgins proves that principled leadership isn’t just possible—it’s popular. Here’s why his example matters in Louisiana and beyond.
From Transparency to Tyranny: How HB148 Was Hijacked
HB148 began as a simple transparency bill. It was hijacked, rewritten, and turned into a vehicle for government price-fixing. Here’s how it happened—and who stood by and let it.
How Radical Activists Weaponize the Courts
A powerful Fifth Circuit ruling just gutted radical “book ban” lawsuits—but the intimidation campaign isn’t over. From Lafayette to St. Tammany, activists are abusing the courts to silence dissent. Here’s how it ends.
Legislative Session Dashboard Walkthru
We’re tracking every bill and every vote in the Louisiana Legislature. Join me as I walk you through our new Legislative Session Dashboard.
Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Heads to the Senate
One vote. That’s all it took to pass H.R. 1—Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Here’s what’s in it, who supported it (not Cleo Fields), and what it means for Louisiana’s future. 🇺🇸
HB148: Price Fixing, Power Grabs, and Political Smoke
A transparency bill? Not anymore. Louisiana’s HB148 quietly morphed into a powerful regulatory weapon. Here’s how lawmakers rewrote the rules.
Op-ed: Return to Core Principles in Insurance and Legal Reform Debate
Louisiana faces soaring insurance rates and lawsuit abuse. As lawmakers head to conference committee, it’s time to embrace proven reforms grounded in core principles: competition, fairness, and transparency. Here’s what’s at stake.
We told you so! Jack Montoucet Indicted in Federal Bribery Scandal
💥 Indicted! Former LDWF Secretary Jack Montoucet finally charged in a sweeping federal bribery case. We called it a year ago. Here’s how deep it goes 👇
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