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Citizens for a New Louisiana does the research that no one else is doing,
Sandra Gee
This is the most stellar example of investigative journalism that I have had the privilege to read in a very long time.
Times-Picayune
Michael Lunsford, a Christian activist and executive director of the conservative Citizens for a New Louisiana, advocates for government transparency.
Acadiana Advocate
Citizens, whose executive director is ... Michael Lunsford, is a conservative "good government" operation that started in Lafayette and is expanding across the state. Its latest crusade is pushing for tighter controls on the books and other materials minors are allowed to access in public libraries.
Heritage Foundation
I’m very well aware and appreciative of the work [of Citizens for a New Louisiana]
The Advocate
Citizens for a New Louisiana has been systematically placing conservatives on volunteer commissions such as the Lafayette Parish Library Board of Control and Bayou Vermilion District, where they now have majority control.
Lynette Mejia
"[Citizens for a New Louisiana] Stacking these boards is, like, antithetical to the democratic process."
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PODCAST: Angry school employee threatens lawsuits
Parents send their children to school to learn academic subjects, not to be influenced by political activists or social justice warriors. Although dubbed the “Don’t say gay bill” by the agenda-driven Leftist press, parents believe that HB122 is a sensible approach to prevent public school employees from promoting their personal adult sexual preferences with students. Check out this school employee who’s so angry about this restriction that she’s threatening lawsuits if the bill passes (which it has).
Leftist desperation continues to dog Louisiana libraries
Yet another lawsuit has been filed by angry Leftists, this time in St. Tammany Parish, attempting to mitigate their ongoing setbacks in the battle to control Louisiana libraries.
Louisiana Bond Commission in Jeopardy?
Could HB836 destroy the Louisiana Bond Commission’s important oversight role when political subdivisions incur debt?
Abbeville goes off the rails
With drug trafficking and crime at the forefront of residents’ minds, Abbeville’s government decides to focus on creating secluded walking trails.
Steven Jackson’s controversial public records bill hits Senate floor on Monday
Steven Jackson’s controversial HB461 could block taxpayers in Louisiana from accessing financial-related public records for up to two years. The bill is scheduled to face its final hurdle of a Senate floor vote on Monday, May 13th.
$2.6 Billion Dollars in additional Taxes?!
Louisiana, known for its distinctive blend of cultures and its vibrant spirit, also carries the burden of being one of the most heavily taxed states in the nation. At the heart of this complex web lies the intricate relationship between citizens, taxes, and the government.
Will Louisiana’s Senate Address the Insurance Crisis?
Discover why Louisiana is facing an insurance crisis and how Louisiana’s Senate can protect us from rising insurance costs by taking up Emily Chenevert’s and Michael Melerine’s bills.
Is your electric bill funding Blackrock?
Learn about the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) movement’s latest subterfuge to steal an additional $150 million from Louisiana ratepayers.
Mid-Session Update
There is a lot happening this Legislative session from education freedom to constitutional convention. Of course we cannot write an article to cover every single bill, but here are a few we have been watching.
Iberia: Tax Hikes on Saturday!
Get informed about the seven taxes on the April 27, 2024 ballot in Iberia Parish. Learn about property taxes and sales tax initiatives that may affect you.
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