Pelican Institute President Appears on Garland Robinette Show

By Fergus Hodgson

02/03/2011

Kevin Kane discusses new research, "Louisiana's Fiscal Albatross: The Coming Public Pension Crisis." The report is the first in a four-part series on state employee retirement benefits, which account for the state's unfunded liabilities and which Kane describes as a "ponzi scheme."

TAGS: Garland Robinette, Kevin Kane, Louisiana's Fiscal Albatross, Pension Reform

Research: Louisiana’s Fiscal Albatross, The Coming Public Pension Crisis

By Fergus Hodgson

02/01/2011

Pelican Institute Report: taxpayers on the hook for billions of dollars in unfunded liabilities. Despite Governor Jindal's national accolades, Louisiana is on course for fiscal catastrophe. Next year's $2 billion shortfall is the tip of the iceberg.

TAGS: Bobby Jindal, Cato Institute, Louisiana Way Forward, Louisiana's Fiscal Albatross, Pension Reform

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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