Opinions

Alford: Veto session kicks off with uncertainty

Lawmakers will return to Baton Rouge today for another veto override session—the third in as many years. At one time considered rare, this political exercise has become almost commonplace during this current term of state government.  

Whitney Johnson: Feedback is necessary for continued growth 

When was the last time you received feedback? What did you do? In her recent...

BRYC executive director: SCOTUS affirmative action ruling ignores racial realities 

The Supreme Court’s demand for “race-neutral” college admissions via its recent ruling outlawing affirmative...

Alford: A transitional time at the state Capitol 

Between the threat of additional sessions this summer and reelection campaigns in the fall, there will be no shortage of political action in Louisiana’s Capitol as the Legislature and Gov. John Bel Edwards’ administration move through the final year of this term of state government. 

JR Ball: The joy of passion and great expectations 

When the people of Baton Rouge decide something they cherish must be excellent at...

Opinion| The joy of passion and great expectations

Baton Rouge has the potential to be as successful as LSU sports if we're willing to invest the same passion and expectations.
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Opinion| Why can’t Baton Rouge get synchronized traffic signals?

If you think 23 years is enough time to get traffic lights synchronized in Baton Rouge ... you would be sadly wrong.

Alford: Legislature faced with uncertainty following the session

The fussing and shouting that marked the conclusion of the regular session last week could be heard from Baton Rouge to Bunkie. 

Opinion| A portrait of insanity

Louisiana legislators know the tax code is a mess but rather than solve the problem they make it worse to aid their reelection hopes.

Opinion| Disband the ‘used-to committee’

Louisiana and its leaders better abandon the status quo mentality and embrace change if we want to be competitive.