Archive for the ‘Transparency’ Category

The Cost of Elections

The Cost of Elections
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Jeremy Alford explores where Louisiana’s legislative candidates have spent $8.9 million in campaign contributions since Jan. 1st, 2011.

Louisiana Lawmaker’s Push for Transparency in Collective Bargaining Gains National Currency

Louisiana Lawmaker’s Push for Transparency in Collective Bargaining Gains National Currency
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Rep. Tony Ligi made every effort to pass legislation that would allow for greater public scrutiny of collective bargaining agreements between union officials and government agencies. His efforts fell short this time around but they have attracted national attention and will be revisited in Louisiana.

Call for Transparency in Collective Bargaining is Back from the Dead

Call for Transparency in Collective Bargaining is Back from the Dead
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Rep. Tony Ligi (R-Metaire) continues to fight for transparency in collective bargaining agreements. His legislation was “involuntarily deferred” in the House earlier this month but has been reloaded into amendment the Senate Education Committee will consider today.

Commentary: City Bureaucrats Bicker While New Orleans East Demands Hospital

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The most practical and responsible way towards achieving a new hospital in the East is taking the reins from the hands of bureaucrats and putting private contractors in the driver’s seat.

Commentary: Longhorn State Gets Tougher On Lawsuits; Will Louisiana Follow Suit?

Commentary: Longhorn State Gets Tougher On Lawsuits; Will Louisiana Follow Suit?
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‘Loser pays’ laws will severly hamper the will of parties to engage in baseless, cash-grabbing lawsuits.