Economic development
Interview with Louisiana Works Secretary Susie Schowen
Governor Landry recently issued an executive order “Modernizing Louisiana’s Workforce For A [...]
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Courts vs. Communities: Should Judges Override Local Land-Use Decisions?
Can the courts substitute their judgment for the reasonable judgment of local governments when it comes [...]
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Unlocking Louisiana’s Energy Abundance: Pelican Institute Releases Roadmap to Reform
Louisiana has long been an energy powerhouse—fueling homes, industries, and America’s economy through [...]
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Up to Data (Centers): What’s Ahead for Data Centers, Technology, and Energy in Louisiana
In 2025, Louisiana cemented itself as an up-and-coming force in the tech industry. From leading the [...]
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Louisiana’s Path to Economic Prosperity and Energy Dominance Runs Through Free Markets
Earlier this month, Entergy Louisiana broke ground on two of three new gas-fired power plants designed to [...]
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Bayou Built: Louisiana Businesses are Paving the Way
New Orleans has a reputation that precedes it. Fondly referred to as the “Big Easy” and known for its [...]
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Recent Education Hearing Explores Student Pipeline to Meet Louisiana’s Workforce Needs
On October 8, 2025, Louisiana’s House Education Committee held a hearing at the LSU Health Sciences [...]
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A Winning Playbook: How Louisiana can Continue to Attract the Tech Industry
Anyone following the drama of football season can attest to the fact that recruiting never stops. Savvy [...]
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Corporate Welfare: Picking Winners and Creating Losers
Politicians love to announce “big wins” when a new factory breaks ground or a large company pledges to [...]
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