A vow to transparency?
In an 1822 letter James Madison wrote: “A popular Government without popular information, or the means of acquiring it, is but a Prologue to a Farce or a Tragedy; or perhaps both. Knowledge will forever govern ignorance: And a people who mean to be their own Governors...
Lafayette Republican Swipes $35,797
People follow our content because we aren’t afraid to point out when those with nefarious intent hijack the process for their own selfish gain. In fact, it’s one of my favorite things to tell you about. It’s rare, though, that the Lafayette...
The Lafayette Public Library “Controversy”
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIn Lafayette, the most controversial thing going on right now is… the Library’s summer reading program. No. Seriously. Gone are the days when a public body is expected to simply do its job. Today, if they aren’t...
Is Moncus Park really 100% donor funded?
According to a post on the Moncus Park Facebook page, the former “Horsefarm” as it is often referred to as, is “an independent, nonprofit Park that relies 100% on donations for our maintenance and operations!” That is a lot to unpackage in one statement! Thankfully,...
This Warrants Further Investigation
Understanding the criminal justice system can sometimes be confusing even for many of the professionals in the field. However, we can probably all agree in order to get a good gauge of the effectiveness of the criminal justice system and law enforcement personnel...
Citizens for a New Louisiana is making government more transparent, one parish at a time. Will you become a part of the solution?
Critical Acclaim
Kenneth Boudreaux
[Citizens for a New Louisiana's Michael Lunsford is] the most powerful Republican in Lafayette.
Alabama Reflector
Citizens for a New Louisiana seeks to restrict access to library materials deemed inappropriate for children.
Insider (Great Britain)
Lunsford and CNL have had an outsize influence on Louisiana libraries.
Tori Hymel
We are seriously changing the fabric of Louisiana one little bit at a time.
Los Angeles Times
Lunsford said [Citizens for a New Louisiana's] focus is to prevent libraries statewide from allowing children access to erotic or pornographic materials.
