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    Perspectives, Politics, State Government

    Ralph Abraham’s “Cruel, Reckless, Elitist” Vaccination Decision

    Ralph Abraham’s decision to end the Louisiana Department of Health’s promotion of mass vaccination isn’t just shortsighted—it’s cruel, reckless, and a reflection of the worst kind...

    Quentin Anthony Anderson
    by Quentin Anthony Anderson 1 year ago11 months ago
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    Local Government, Perspectives

    The Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance is a win for Baton Rouge. That’s why some oppose it.

    According to a rumor going around town lately, if the East Baton Rouge Parish Metro Council passes the Fair Chance in Hiring ordinance this week,...

    Quentin Anthony Anderson
    by Quentin Anthony Anderson 3 years ago3 years ago
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    How Legal Medical Marijuana Consumption in the “Sportsman’s Paradise” Can Lead to Incarceration

    The State of Louisiana has one of the highest incarceration rates in the United States.[1] Black people in Louisiana are about 3 times as likely...

    Chareese “Queen” Haile, Esq
    by Chareese “Queen” Haile, Esq 4 years ago4 years ago
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    Perspectives, Politics

    Why I’m Running: Vanessa Caston-Lafleur

    This is part of our ongoing series for the upcoming legislative races, spotlighting the different candidates who are appearing on the March 26, 2022 ballot....

    Vanessa Caston-LaFleur
    by Vanessa Caston-LaFleur 4 years ago4 years ago
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    Perspectives, Politics

    Why I’m Running: Dawn Chanet Collins

    This is part of our ongoing series for the upcoming legislative races, spotlighting the different candidates who are appearing on the March 26 ballot. I’m...

    Dawn Chanet Collins
    by Dawn Chanet Collins 4 years ago4 years ago
  • 260
    Perspectives, Politics

    Why I’m Running: Jen Racca

    This is part of our ongoing series for the upcoming legislative races, spotlighting the different candidates who are appearing on the March 26 ballot. Our...

    Jen Racca
    by Jen Racca 4 years ago4 years ago
  • 330
    Perspectives, Politics

    Why I’m Running: Brad Myers

    After a long and successful career, I have decided to seek the privilege of serving you  and the legal community as a judge in the...

    Brad Myers
    by Brad Myers 4 years ago4 years ago
  • 110
    Perspectives, Politics

    Why I’m Running: Daniel Banguel

    This is part of our ongoing series for the upcoming legislative races, spotlighting the different candidates who are appearing on the March 26 ballot. I...

    Daniel Banguel
    by Daniel Banguel 4 years ago4 years ago
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    Perspectives, Policy 101, Politics

    Why Did EBR Sheriffs Deputies Kill Deaughn Willis

    On January 8, 2022, Deaughn Willis was killed by an East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Deputy. Through recovered surveillance footage, you can see these Law Enforcement Professionals approach...

    Eugene Collins
    by Eugene Collins 4 years ago2 months ago
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    Perspectives

    Republicans Are the Worst

    Like so many others, I continue to wonder how millions of Americans could vote not only once but twice for Trump. It is puzzling both...

    Ken M. Levy
    by Ken M. Levy 4 years ago4 years ago

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