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Vindicated! Kyle Ardoin Wasn’t the Censor After All
He was never the censor — he was the target. New evidence shows the Democrats censored Louisiana conservatives while their phony “Republican” allies blamed it all on Kyle Ardoin.
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The Guardian (UK)
But within days her life had been upended because of two posts on social media... Citizens for a New Louisiana, a group whom Jones knew had worked to defund a library in nearby Lafayette.
Acadiana Advocate
It was not until the question was raised by the Citizens for a New Louisiana that a runoff election was held.
Danny Cherry, Jr.
[Library Director Michelle] Parrish’s firing left behind five library board members within the orbit of Citizens for a New Louisiana (CFNL), plus the Parish President...
Timothy Supple
Best synopsis of the spoil bank I have read so far.
Timmy Hendrix
I AM EXTREMELY impressed with this production! Keep it coming for us little blue collars that can't be on the front lines.
Amanda Jones
There have been no “outright book bans” in Louisiana. The challenges at recent Library Board meetings have been mostly about where certain books should be appropriately shelved.
National Public Radio
Citizens for a New Louisiana [is] the same group behind the conservative takeover of the Lafayette library board.
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Youngsville: The Mayor Lied, the Law Was Broken, and the Public Was Played
Mayor Ken Ritter told Youngsville taxpayers a lie — and the records prove it. He recently claimed the Assistant Chief appointment was lawful. But documents show the City Council unfunded and eliminated the position months earlier.
Kenneth Boudreaux Has Turned Mardi Gras into a Political Circus
Kenneth Boudreaux just turned 90 years of Mardi Gras tradition into a full-blown circus — complete with endless lectures on racism, exclusion, privilege, and oppression. Learn how his phony “200” phone call claim became cover for political favors and a flimsy excuse for a full government takeover of Mardi Gras.
Opelousas ODDD Scandal Deepens With More Out-of-District Spending
Opelousas just approved another ODDD expenditure outside the district. They also haven’t posted meeting minutes in 2 years. Both of these appear to contradict state law. They aren’t just blunders. They confirm a disturbing pattern of illegal spending and concealing public records.
Louisiana’s Infant Mortality Crisis The Advocate Got Wrong
Louisiana’s infant mortality crisis deserves real solutions. When lawmakers tried to act, the Advocate completely missed it. Here’s the real story behind Louisiana’s infant mortality crisis.
New Orleans Bailout? Not so fast!
New Orleans didn’t win a “major victory.” It admitted it can’t meet payroll and agreed to unprecedented state control over its finances. The Legislative Auditor now has full control over the city’s finances.
CAUGHT: Opelousas Officials Misappropriate $5 Million?
The map never changed. Opelousas officials did — and now their $5 million stadium scheme may trigger mandatory civil recovery for misappropriating public funds.
Jeff Landry on Louisiana’s New Era: From Opposition to Ownership
Jeff Landry told Louisiana Republicans it’s time to stop fighting and start building. The state’s conservative movement has won more than elections—it’s won the responsibility of governing.
Julie Emerson: The Quiet Power Behind Louisiana’s Conservative Comeback
Who is Julie Emerson? For a decade, she has quietly reshaped Louisiana politics — from life, tax reform, and education freedom to restoring conservative leadership at the Capitol. Now, the woman behind Louisiana’s conservative comeback is stepping into the U.S. Senate race.
Abbeville: Another Broken Promise
In 2019, Abbeville promised voters a sales tax would fund police raises. Officers believed it. Voters believed it. But City Hall had other plans — secret waivers, illegal meetings, and a broken promise now heading to trial.
Blanchardville: Lafayette’s Downtown Whiplash at 444 Jefferson
Once-praised redevelopment at 444 Jefferson Street now faces possible litigation from the very agency that supported it. The DDA’s sudden reversal leaves developers and downtown observers stunned.
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