Fitch downgrades Louisiana’s credit rating, says state has relied on ‘overly optimistic’ revenue projections for one-time budget fixes

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    Fitch downgraded Louisiana’s credit rating today, citing persistent fiscal troubles that have been compounded by the global drop in oil prices. Reuters reports Louisiana's general obligation debt…


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