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Merriam-Webster’s word of the year can help you improve your leadership 

“Authentic” is the word of the year for 2023, according to Merriam-Webster Inc.

Alford: What Louisiana House Republicans are focused on ahead of the next session

The leadership in the Republican-led House of Representatives in Baton Rouge is taking shape...

LaPolitics: Runoff ballot signals Trump’s influence in Louisiana politics

Tomorrow’s runoff ballot will be a good reminder that Louisiana—politically at least—is Trump Country.  Former...

Alford: Landry, Legislature off to an early start

We have reached mid-November during a statewide election year and we already know who will fill the roles of governor, Senate president and speaker of the House. 

Dogs can have their day at work, but restrictions should apply

As managers and company leaders troubleshoot the best ways to conduct in-person and hybrid work—and make the office an inviting place for collaboration—pet policies are being called into question, Harvard Business Review reports. 

Alford: Could local races drive turnout?

While there’s a great deal of attention focused on Louisiana’s remaining statewide runoffs for secretary of state, attorney general and treasurer, there are another 23 parishwide elections worth keeping tabs on this month. 
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Rolfe McCollister: Who will run for Baton Rouge mayor in 2024?

Editor's Note: This column expresses the opinion of the author only and does not...

Alford: Legislative leadership races coming into focus

After this past weekend’s primary elections, the drama and intrigue surrounding the Louisiana Legislature’s...

Alford: Turnout may define election primary

Despite an early voting process that underperformed, state election officials are standing by a primary turnout prediction of somewhere between 42% and 46%. 

Alford: Legislative races yield hot election stories

Have you heard about the Acadiana state Senate race where one of the candidates...