In his own words
Gov.-elect Bobby Jindal, in his first extended interview since his landmark election, lays out an ambitious plan for Louisiana.
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Friday, May 16, 2008
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Issue: November 06, 2007
Moving up
November 6 issue
Permits
November 6 issue
Letters
November 6 issue
Ethics changes vs. reality
Gov.-elect Bobby Jindal says he's staking his governorship on passing strict ethics reform laws. That's making legislators kick themselves over balking at last session's mild reform package.
Saluting a risk-taker
The status quo loves to laugh at people who go out on a limb, like Richard Preis and his RiverPlace condominium project. But we should salute his bold vision for downtown and wish him the best of luck.
A buyer’s market
While Louisiana hasn’t seen the same level of softening as neighboring states, there is good news for companies regarding liability insurance.
Who’s reaping the benefits?
Area businesses feel the pressure from balancing the rising cost of benefits packages with the ability to attract and keep workers.
See you in court
Louisiana’s high car insurance rates stem from dangerous driving habits and love of litigation.
C’est La Vie
When Michael Paul, the public face of the upscale monthly La Vie magazine, abruptly left his post as editor last summer, rumors swirled about the reasons for his hasty departure.
‘Let the land sing’
Central officials and residents want a plan to guide the new city’s growth. The hard part will be sticking to it.
Turnout and burn out
Engaging an uninterested electorate through targeted attacks and voter-turnout efforts is the only route to victory for Baton Rouge’s five remaining seats in the Legislature.
Going, going, gone
The number of local independent food distributors has decreased as the number of national companies entering the market has increased.
The super-regional lifestyle power center
The Mall of Louisiana celebrates its 10th anniversary with a unique expansion designed to affirm its dominance in the market.
Preis right for downtown
Richard Preis has been extremely successful in assembling properties formerly owned by his family.
What will 2008 bring?
Three big political figures exited the scene this year -- Attorney General Charles Foti, Agriculture Commissioner Bob Odom and State Sen. Cleo Fields. What will happen in 2008? Plus: Endorsements in the Nov. 17 elections, nominations sought for Business Awards and Hall of Fame and the Capital Area United Way needs your help.
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