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    Jamie Davis Advances to Democratic Senate Runoff as Crockett Edges Albares for Second in Razor-Thin Finish

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    Shreveport Forum Puts Democratic Candidates on the Spot Over Data Centers, Utility Bills and Affordability

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    John Bel Edwards Backs Nick Albares Ahead of May 16 Primary

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    Nick Albares wants Louisiana Democrats to lead with dignity. Can that message break through?

    For many Louisiana voters, Nick Albares is still an introduction. He is not a former statewide officeholder. He is not a longtime elected official with...

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    Resignation of Rep. Paula Davis Adds to Growing Turnover in the Louisiana Legislature

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    John Bel Edwards Bows Out, Leaving Louisiana Democrats Scrambling in Senate Race

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    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...

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    Louisiana Republicans Cancel The Primary, Void The Votes, Then Advance A Map To Add A GOP Seat

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