Daniel Erspamer
What’s Holding Louisiana Back from Energy Dominance?
Louisiana should be one of the most powerful energy states in America. The state has abundant natural [...]
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New Report: Coastal Lawsuits Cost Louisiana Energy Jobs and Investments—but the Economic Damage Is Reversible
The Pelican Institute today released a new study exposing the true cost of Louisiana’s decade-long wave [...]
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Louisiana Forges a Path from Poverty to Prosperity through “One Door” Legislation
This legislative session, lawmakers are taking a bold step toward breaking the cycle of poverty and [...]
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Legal Reform Legislative Update: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Insurance and legal reform dominated discussion at the Capitol throughout week one of the 2025 Louisiana [...]
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Pelican Institute Statement in Response to the Verdict in Plaquemines Coastal Lawsuit Case
New Orleans, LA—The Pelican Institute for Public Policy released the following statement on behalf of CEO [...]
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Statement on Constitutional Amendment 2 Outcome
Statement from Pelican Institute CEO, Daniel Erspamer: It’s never been more clear how hard the [...]
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Introducing The Future of Justice: A Conservative Vision to Enhance Public Safety in Louisiana
Public safety remains a top concern for Louisiana residents, surpassing even economic issues in recent [...]
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(BIG) Solutions (mini) Summit(s) Tech and Innovation Recap
Louisiana has the potential to be a tech and innovation destination. During the Pelican Institute’s [...]
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(BIG) Solutions (mini) Summit(s) Tax Reform Recap
Louisiana’s tax code is a serious hindrance to job growth in our state. During the Pelican Institute’s [...]
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