Should the States Use Article V to Rein in Federal Government?

05/10/2016

Several states have already passed Article V resolutions for the purpose of reigning in the federal government, and the Pelican State may be headed in that direction.

TAGS: ALEC, Article V, Compact for America, constitutional convention, Convention of States, Dan Claitor, Ray Garofalo

Guest Commentary: Lawsuit Loan Sharks Dangerous to Louisiana Consumers and Courts

By Robert Ross

04/23/2013

Lawsuit lenders often offer loans to consumers with hidden fees and sky-high interest rates that can range between 60-150 percent annually. To put that in perspective, the average annual percentage rate on a credit card is 13.3 percent.

TAGS: Dan Claitor, lawsuit abuse, lawsuit lenders, Litigation Reform, LLAW, Louisiana Legislature, Melissa Landry

More Louisiana Coastal Jurisdiction = Increased Oil Revenues

By Jamison Beuerman

05/13/2011

An extended coastline could net the state an extra $342-480 million dollars annually - money currently being expropriated by the federal government.

TAGS: Dan Claitor, Louisiana, oil and natural gas

Crime In Louisiana: Analyzing the Data

This year, disturbing reports of increased crime have dominated the news, both in Louisiana and nationally. Crime is a serious issue that demands thoughtful solutions to deter criminal behavior and promote public safety. They should be guided by data and evidence, not anecdotes. That’s why Pelican set out to review and better understand the underlying...

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