Jindal’s Opposition to Health Care Exchanges Fuels Debate Among Conservatives

By Kevin Mooney

07/26/2011

Libertarians with the Cato Institute ardently endorse Gov. Bobby Jindal's resistance to health care exchanges that could be used to implement ObamaCare regulations. But other Republicans say the exchanges can be used to advance free market reforms.

TAGS: Cato Institute, Gov. Bobby Jindal, health care exchanges, Heritage Foundation, ObamaCare, Rep. William Cassidy

Louisiana’s Republicans Unify Behind “Cut, Cap and Balance” Legislation

By Kevin Mooney

07/20/2011

Louisiana's House Republicans were united in their support of the "Cut, Cap and Balance" legislation that passed last night. It faces a tough road in the upper chamber where Sen. David Vitter (R-La.) has criticized his colleagues for backing down to President Obama

TAGS: cap and balance, Cedric Richmond, cut, house republicans, Rep. William Cassidy, Sen. David Vitter

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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