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  • "Panicked Governor Jindal" Authorized Sand Berms and Disregarded Environmental Consequences

    As Governor Jindal attempts to get permits to expand his controversial sand berm projects, scientists, environmentalists and federal agencies who oppose the berms are weighing in with the Army Corps of Engineers.  Barry Kohl, president of the Louisiana Audubon Council, wrote, "According to a panicked Gov. Jindal, any project that appeared to provide protection should be immediately permitted — no matter the environmental consequences.” Other agencies have said the sand berms threaten wildlife habitat, use scarce sand resources needed for coastal restoration and are generally ineffective.  The EPA, which could have veto power over the berms, is expected to weigh in Tuesday. 

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By Kathleen Babineaux Blanco, Louisiana Governor 2004-2008

Where is the Courage and What are the Consequences, Karl Rove?

If Karl Rove’s book, “Courage and Consequence,” is an inside look at the Bush White House, it leaves us standing outside...

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By Pat Brister
Louisiana Republican
State Chair, 2000-2004

Brister Raves About Rove, Says Blanco's TV Appearances Prove Him Right

Having just completed Karl Rove’s book, “Courage and Consequence,” several thoughts come to mind. First, let me say, I have...

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Thursday, 12 August 2010

Davis Willing to Go to Jail to Keep Oil Fighting Assets in Place

Davis Willing to Go to Jail to Keep Oil Fighting Assets in Place
St. Tammany Parish President Kevin Davis has issued an executive order forbidding the removal of oil fighting assets from St. Tammany Parish, a move the Coast Guard says is a federal offense.  Davis, who is keeping equipment in place to protect Lake Pontchartrain, said, "I'll go ahead and go on over to the jail, and they can come over and get me."  Davis says his order will stand.  He and other parish presidents are scheduled to meet with Governor Bobby Jindal and the Coast Guard on Friday.
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Wednesday, 11 August 2010

WORLD DELTAS INVITED TO NEW ORLEANS

WORLD DELTAS INVITED TO NEW ORLEANS
 The America's WETLAND Foundation (AWF) announced a world summit of leaders from the planet's major deltas to meet in October in the world's seventh largest delta built by the Mississippi River.  DELTAS2010: World Delta Dialogues will convene October 17-21 in New Orleans and hear about challenges to sustain the life and health of valuable wetlands that support the world's economy and environment. Joining AWF as hosts are the Royal Netherlands Embassy, The Nature Conservancy, The National Conference of State Legislatures and the Greater New Orleans Foundation.
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Wednesday, 11 August 2010

Governor Pulls Rank on LSU President -- Finesse and Transparency Not His Priority

Governor Pulls Rank on LSU President -- Finesse and Transparency Not His Priority
Political columnist John Maginnis points out that Governors have influenced pressure and influence over LSU since Huey Long designed plays for the football team.  But Governor Bobby Jindal's heavy handed decision to overrule an appointment by LSU President John Lombardi and put his campaign treasurer in as chairman of the new governing authority for a University Medical Center in New Orleans is still causing ripples of discontent among the LSU family.  Maginnis points out that the Governor's pick, Bobby Yarborough of Baton Rouge, got off to a rough start with the press by inviting the hospital board members to a private party at the Windsor Court which the Governor's Office was forced to defend as not being subject to open meetings law.  Read more about this latest controversy at the link below. 
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Tuesday, 10 August 2010

Consolidated BP Oil Spill Lawsuits Will Be Adjudicated in New Orleans

Consolidated BP Oil Spill Lawsuits Will Be Adjudicated in New Orleans
BP will face hundreds of lawsuits over the Deepwater Horizon disaster in federal court in New Orleans, a panel of judges ordered, a victory for plaintiffs seeking billions of dollars in damages for the largest oil spill in U.S. history. U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier will preside over more than 300 suits, including wrongful-death claims by families of workers killed in the April explosion. Claims also cover revenue lost by Gulf Coast businesses and environmental damage. BP investors’ suits over losses tied to the spill will go to federal court in Houston.
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Monday, 09 August 2010

President Obama Supports Directing Most BP Penalties to Gulf Coast Restoration

President Obama Supports Directing Most BP Penalties to Gulf Coast Restoration
President Barack Obama is supporting a proposal that would direct most of the BP penalties from the oil spill to restore the Gulf Coast region.  Senator Mary Landrieu has proposed that 80 percent of the estimated $5 billion be directed to restore the coast, although a specific percentage hasn't been determined.  According to the President's top advisor on energy and climate change, "He absolutely supports returning it to the region."
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Sunday, 08 August 2010

Sen. Landrieu Endorses Richmond in Second Congressional District Race

Sen. Landrieu Endorses Richmond in Second Congressional District Race
Senator Mary Landrieu has thrown her support behind Cedric Richmond in the Democratic primary race for the Second Congressional District.  Richmond and three other Democrats are vying for the right to face incumbent Republican Congressman Ahn "Joseph" Cao in November.  Cao shocked the political establishment in 2008 by unseating former Congressman William Jefferson in the overwhelmingly Democratic district. 
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Sunday, 08 August 2010

Melancon, Vitter Trade Shots at First Forum

Melancon, Vitter Trade Shots at First Forum
Senator David Vitter and Congressman Charlie Melancon took shots at each other's records at the first forum the two have attended together since qualifying to run against each other.  Melancon charged that Vitter is too partisan in his votes to be effective for Louisiana and that he is a centrist who works across party lines to get things done.  Vitter claimed he represents the mainstream majority view of Louisiana citizens.  Vitter again stated that he believes Republican candidate Chet Traylor's attacks are tied to the Melancon camp, a charge about which Melancon said, "When you are running behind, or dead-even, you get desperate," referring to polls showing the race is tightening between the two.   
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Sunday, 08 August 2010

LEFT WING BLOGGERS TAKE AIM AT GULF SEAFOOD

LEFT WING BLOGGERS TAKE AIM AT GULF SEAFOOD
 Using startling headlines like, "Tell FDA Commissioner Hamburg to come clean about food safety in the Gulf." blogs like Care2Make a Difference, claim consumer protection and use shoddy journalism and scare tactics to spread rumor and innuendo, in this case about Louisiana seafood being unsafe to eat.  This adding insult to injury by bloggers and newscasters, who raise fear and undermine an age old industry now on life support, raises questions about how the viral market can damage individuals and industries alike without concern for the truth.
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Saturday, 07 August 2010

Justice Department is Hearing First Hand of New Orleans Police Brutality

Justice Department is Hearing First Hand of New Orleans Police Brutality
"The Department of Justice met with community leaders and youth in the Treme neighborhood of New Orleans to hear first hand of alleged abuse by New Orleans Police officers.  New Orleans Police Superintendent Ronal Serpas has promised to get a handle on police-related violence and be more selective in hiring new officers. The Justice Department is investigating the New Orleans Police Department at the invitation of Mayor Mitch Landrieu. 
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Saturday, 07 August 2010

Coach Blanco Remains in Hospital

Coach Blanco Remains in Hospital

Raymond "Coach" Blanco, husband of former Governor Kathleen Blanco, remains hospitalized in the Tulane Medical Center following injuries he sustained in a fall while the two were staying at a friend's house in New Orleans.  Blanco family spokesperson Marie Centanni said there is no change to report in Coach Blanco's condition and that the family is not taking any calls so they can leave the phone lines open for doctors. 

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Friday, 06 August 2010

SO, NOW WHAT?

SO, NOW WHAT?
 As mud and cement close off spewing oil into the Gulf following months of flow from the BP well explosion, what lies ahead for Louisiana and its fragile environment?  No doubt CNN and followers will close their tents on the river bank and the news will shift.  But what have we learned and how will we take the disaster and make good on promises to restore our endangered coast?  How will we ensure the livelihoods of those impacted by the spill in a land where there is a Shrimp & Petroleum Festival? The cleanup begins.
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Friday, 06 August 2010

BP Won't Rule Out Drilling at Blow-out Site -- Oil Reservoir Still Worth Billions

BP Won't Rule Out Drilling at Blow-out Site -- Oil Reservoir Still Worth Billions
The oil reservoir beneath the blown out well in the Gulf could still be worth billions of dollars to BP, even after spewing oil into the Gulf for more than three months, but the oil company isn't saying whether it plans to cash in.  As it appears that the well might be sealed with the cement that has been pumped in, BP won't comment on whether it will drill at another location in the same block of the sea floor or sell its rights to another oil company. 
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Friday, 06 August 2010

Landrieu, Vitter Split on Kagan Vote

Landrieu, Vitter Split on Kagan Vote
Senators Mary Landrieu and David Vitter split on the Senate's vote to approve Solitictor Genergal Elena Kagan to the Supreme Court.  Landrieu said Kagan's "fair mindedness and enthusiasm will suit her well on the bench."  Vitter, who has long opposed Kagan, said he voted against her because he felt she would try to legislatate from the bench.  The vote fell along party lines. 
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