USA TODAY BLOWS COVER OFF MARK EMMERT'S PAST
USA Today has published an in-depth look at NCAA President Mark Emmert's past, revealing a trail of scandal where he has used his political skills to leave town before they blow up, blaming others for his own mistakes. The only person touting his skills seems to be the head hunter who has helped him climb the academic ladder to reach his dream job of running the NCAA. The story is running nationally in Gannett-owned newspapers. Read the original story at the link below.
Jindal Approval Ratings Plummet to Lower than Obama's -- National Media Takes Notice
THE GOVERNOR'S WIFE: LOUISIANA'S NEXT REALITY SHOW
KENNEDY THREATENS TO TAKE JINDAL TO COURT
State Treasurer John Kennedy says a plan by Governor Bobby Jindal to pay vendors through an electronic transfer of funds through the Bank of America could result in a fiasco similar to the uproar caused when the administration attempted to issue state income tax refunds on debit cards and he wants more information before signing off. Kennedy said he has scheduled a meeting with the administration next week, but could end up taking them to court for usurping his constitutional duties.
Vitter Hopes to Question SEC Nominee on Bountygate
AFTER ERIN BROCKOVICH VISIT, GOVERNOR FINALLY AGREES TO SEE SINKHOLE
Dardenne Pondering Run for Senate or Governor
Lt. Governor Jay Dardenne says he is pondering a run for the Senate after polls show him a strong contender against Senator Mary Landrieu, but also admits he is interested in a race for Governor. Prior to his election at Lt. Governor, Dardenne, shown here, has a long history of serving in elected offices, having also served as Secretary of State and in the legislature for 15 years.
New Orleans Sheriff Faces Off with Mayor Over Jail Costs
Orleans Sheriff Marlin Gusman has faced off with Mayor Mitch Landrieu over whether or not the city should pay for prison reform measures, in a jail system that has seen 40 inmates die since 2006. Landrieu says the Sheriff views the city as an open pocketbook available to him, and claims that Gusman's requests would require cuts in the police department and raising taxes.
Appeals Court Candidate Drops Out With Challenger Admitting He is Qualified
What does Sequestration Mean to Louisiana? 7,000 Defense Department Employees Included in Deep Cuts
Automatic cuts scheduled to go into effect on Thursday would mean that 7,000 Louisiana workers would be immediately furloughed, with a loss of almost $36 million in pay, and another $66 million for base operations in Louisiana would be cut, including funding for the Blue Angels, shown here. The state would also see deep cuts to education, public health and funding for clean air and water. Read more of what "sequestration" could mean to Louisiana if Congress doesn't act by Thursday at the link below.
St. Tammany Coroner Under Fire
Landrieu: Jindal Puts Politics Over Needs of Louisiana
Louisiana Loses Wetlands Advocate, Business Icon in Death of Tabasco CEO
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