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Guest Commentary: Introducing “Article V 2.0”: The Compact for a Balanced Budget

By Margaret Viator
08/13/2014
What if the states could advance and ratify a powerful federal balanced budget amendment in just twelve months? It could happen with a new approach to state-originated amendments under Article V of the United States Constitution.

TAGS: Article V, Balanced Budget Amendment, Compact for a Balanced Budget, Nick Dranias, U.S. Constitution

States Pursue New Tactic to Restrain Federal Debt

By Fergus Hodgson
02/28/2011
Louisiana is one of 10 states with leaders seeking to oppose greater federal debt with the first ever state initiated constitutional amendment.

TAGS: Article V, Fergus Hodgson, Glenn Hughes, James Booth, National Debt Relief Amendment, Nick Dranias, Noble Ellington, RestoringFreedom.org

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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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