What We Cover

Louisiana politics deserves more than headlines, sound bites, and election-night results.

The Bayou Progressive focuses on the people, policies, institutions, and political decisions shaping life in Louisiana, with particular attention to stories and perspectives that don't always receive meaningful coverage elsewhere.

Our reporting includes:

• Elections and campaigns: Candidate interviews, campaign developments, debates, fundraising, electoral trends, and analysis that helps voters understand their choices.
• Government and public policy: Decisions made at the State Capitol, in local governments, and by public institutions — including what those decisions mean for everyday Louisianans.
• Political analysis: A closer look at the relationships, strategies, competing interests, and power dynamics driving Louisiana politics.
• Accountability and transparency: Examining the actions of public officials, the influence of money and political power, and whether government is serving the people it represents.
• Civil rights and community issues: Coverage of voting rights, criminal justice, education, economic opportunity, environmental justice, and other issues affecting Louisiana communities.

We believe political journalism should explain not only what happened, but why it happened, who influenced it, who benefits, and what comes next.

Our coverage is guided by the significance of the story, not simply by which stories are already receiving attention.