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FINALLY! Rescuing the Livingston Parish Library
Conservatives triumph at Livingston Parish Library: Explicit books removed from the children’s section despite fierce opposition. A victory for families and community values!
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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.
Livingston Parish News
Smith added that the issue blew up on social media after an “outside” group called Citizens for a New Louisiana enflamed the situation.
WRNO
A poll published by Citizens for a New Louisiana, showed state voters have an especially negative view of the legislature.
The Black Chronicle
Citizens for a New Louisiana agreed with Homza that the state’s election laws were among the best in the country.
National Public Radio
Citizens for a New Louisiana [is] the same group behind the conservative takeover of the Lafayette library board.
News Talk 98.5
Citizens for a New Louisiana does the research that no one else is doing,
New York Times
A group called Citizens for a New Louisiana is seeking to remove taxpayer-funded pornography, erotica, and gender dysphoria propaganda from the children’s section of library systems.
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Three cities, three budgets; multiple problems
Three local municipalities recently completed their budget process for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Read along as we examine whether the cities of Broussard, Scott, and Youngsville fulfilled their legal obligations related to the budget process and how they plan to spend your tax dollars.
Louisiana tax dollars funding Chinese espionage?
While illegal, taxpayer-funded Chinese espionage in Louisiana has become a highly profitable enterprise. The appeal of unlimited tax dollars empowers unscrupulous companies to offer us an illusion of security while disregarding the true threat on government systems and cybersecurity.
RAILROADED in Vermilion Parish
Is a controversial Rails to Trails scheme in Vermilion Parish intended to divert attention from failures in more pressing priorities like crime and public safety?
It’s on: Congressman Elbert Guillory
You know of Senator Elbert Guillory inspiring journey to become a conservative influencer in modern Louisiana politics. Now it’s time to consider how Elbert Guillory’s history, fundraising prowess, and passionate advocacy for conservative principles make him a formidable candidate in Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District.
Congressman Kyle Ardoin?
With the untimely exit of Garret Graves, the impact of redistricting, demographic shifts, and the challenges of launching a successful campaign in a newly defined district, Kyle Ardoin’s statewide name recognition and political connections could make him the strongest contender in a complex political landscape… if he’ll run.
Lafayette pride purveyors pranked
For whatever reason, Liz Hebert, Kenneth Boudreaux, and Elroy Broussard decided to prank the pride purveyors… and it was glorious!
HE’S BACK! Rickey Boudreaux’s inauspicious return?
Former Chief of Police Rickey Boudreaux announces his candidacy for Youngsville’s top cop, but faces legal hurdles. Dive into the drama as Boudreaux and other candidates challenge eligibility laws in the heated race for Chief of Police. Can Boudreaux overcome the odds and reclaim his position, or will the law keep him sidelined?
PORT OF IBERIA: Betting on the wrong horse
The Louisiana legislature’s infatuation with horse racing is an excellent metaphor for Craig Romero’s betting on the wrong political ‘horse’ in the last election, causing a huge loss of influence for the Port of Iberia.
Unmasking the Louisiana RINO in Modern Politics
Explore the concept of ‘RINO’ (Republican In Name Only) in contemporary politics and how it applies to current legislative members in Louisiana. Learn about the methods you can use to identify these figures and the importance of thorough research in understanding political affiliations.
Chuck Owen: Some thoughts on “Christian Nationalism”
State Representative Chuck Owen challenges the narrative of ‘Christian Nationalism’ by exploring the misconceptions surrounding this intentionally divisive term.
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