After a string of losses and proving unable to field a slate of statewide candidates this fall, Louisiana’s Democratic Party is retrenching. Party leaders say they are focused on rebuilding grassroots support, re-establishing local leadership committees and attracting candidates, with an eye to the 2012 congressional elections. They’re planning a 64-parish tour at the start of the new year to reach out to local leaders. Republicans say it’s a lost cause, and that Democrats have lost their clout and will remain the minority party in Louisiana. Democrats say their ability to hang on to legislative seats in this fall’s elections shows they can win races when organized. Louisiana Democratic Party Chairman Buddy Leach says he’s focusing heavily on re-engaging former local officials, lawmakers and Democratic leaders in party activities and candidate recruitment.
La. Democrats look to rebuild grassroots base
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