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    Elections, News, Politics

    Three Democrats Qualify for House District 67 Special Election

    BATON ROUGE, La. — Three Democrats have officially qualified to run in the special election for Louisiana House District 67. The seat became vacant following...

    The Bayou Progressive
    by The Bayou Progressive 10 months ago10 months ago
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    Local Government, News, Politics

    Mayor Edwards Reverses Course: “Thrive! EBR” Plan Claims to Restore Library Funding Amid Backlash

    Baton Rouge, La. – Mayor-President Sid Edwards introduced a revised plan Tuesday aimed at ending a heated debate over the future of library funding in...

    The Bayou Progressive
    by The Bayou Progressive 10 months ago10 months ago
  • 170
    Elections, Politics

    The Curious Case of Quentin Anthony Anderson

    Quentin Anthony Anderson’s latest campaign for public office ended not with a hard-fought battle, but with a resounding and undeniable defeat. In the special election...

    The Bayou Progressive
    by The Bayou Progressive 11 months ago11 months ago
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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 11 months ago9 months 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
  • 120
    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
  • 140
    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
  • 70
    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 ago5 days ago

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