Our Latest News and Editorials
Feb 13, 2025
The Silent Struggle of College Conservatives
Colleges and universities were once heralded as places of intellectual exploration, where diverse perspectives could challenge and sharpen young minds. Today, however, many conservative students find themselves isolated, fearful that their beliefs will not only be rejected but will make them targets of scorn.
Apr 29, 2024
Nicholas Muscarello: A Life of Service
Representative Nicholas Muscarello of Hammond, Louisiana, was immersed in politics from a young age. His father's role as a city councilman provided him with an early introduction to the political sphere, laying the groundwork for his lifelong involvement.
Dec 12, 2023
Big Mike Breaks Fundraising Record Set by Kevin McCarthy
Newly elected House Speaker Mike Johnson has only been in office for a little over one month after the historic ousting of previous Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Before becoming the House Speaker, Johnson had never managed to raise more than $1.3 million for any campaign which led many experts to question his ability to lead the House GOP caucus.
Dec 11, 2023
House Speaker Mike Johnson Under Fire After Promoting Book, "The Revivalist Manifesto"
Recently, newly elected House Speaker Mike Johnson published a foreword of the book The Revivalist Manifesto written by local Louisiana political blogger Scott McKay as well as promoting the book on his social media platforms and his podcast.
Dec 8, 2023
Bill Cassidy Refuses to Support Aid Package for Ukraine and Israel Unless it Includes Security for the U.S. Southern Border
A $106 billion dollar aid package was proposed to support the war efforts of Israel in the Middle East and Ukraine in Eastern Europe. However, Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy announced that he, along with several other Republican members, will not vote to support the package unless President Biden’s administration agrees to modify certain policies to better secure the U.S. southern border.
Dec 8, 2023
U.S. Citizens Showing Greater Concern for Climate Pollution in New Poll
A recent poll conducted by the SQL Server Reporting Service (SSRS) shows that nearly two-thirds of U.S. citizens are concerned about the threat of climate change in their communities. More than half are worried about the impact of recent extreme weather in the form of record high temperatures, devastating storms and severe drought.
Dec 7, 2023
The Problem with Political Favors Editorial - Austin Paradelas
Richard Nelson, former candidate for Governor, has been appointed Secretary to the Department of Revenue by Governor-Elect Jeff Landry. While I believe this is a good choice, as Nelson and those on his campaign are great guys to plug in anywhere, it is demonstrative of a problem Louisiana politics has suffered with for a long time. Cronyism.
Dec 4, 2023
Who is Phillip DeVillier?
Phillip DeVillier, 47, is a Republican member of the Louisiana House of Representatives. DeVillier was just voted in as the new Speaker with the full support of Landry’s administration as well as his fellow candidates - something that hasn’t happened in over a decade in the state of Louisiana. So who exactly is Phillip DeVillier?
Nov 21, 2023
Louis Pomes Wins Race for St. Bernard Parish President
According to reports, Pomes was able to secure 55% of the votes, defeating his strongest competitor for the role, Republican and former hospital executive Wayne Landry. Pomes will replace current Parish President Guy McInnis, who was term limited after serving
two terms as president.
Nov 21, 2023
Louisiana Constitutional Amendment Proposals 2023
As the runoff election held on November 18th has passed, Louisiana citizens were given the opportunity to vote their favorite politicians into elected roles. In addition to this, voters also took to the ballots to cast their votes on four constitutional amendments which were proposed earlier this year.
Nov 16, 2023
Biden Administration Ordered to Hold Offshore Oil and Gas Lease Sale
On Tuesday evening, a federal appeals court ordered the Biden administration to hold a massive offshore oil and gas lease sale without eco restrictions. The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Department of the Interiors Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) would have to proceed with Lease Sale 261
Nov 16, 2023
State Congressional Map Violates Voting Act Rights of 1965
In Louisiana, a federal appeals court found that a revised state congressional map had violated the Voting Rights Act of 1965 - diminishing the influence of Black voters within the state. State legislators were ordered to complete a new map reconfiguring the voting districts no later than January 15th.
Nov 14, 2023
Phillip DeVillier to Become New Louisiana Speaker of the House
After gaining support from five other leading GOP speaker candidates, State Representative Phillip DeVillier is on his way to take the position as the next speaker of the Louisiana House. DeVillier will lead the House effort pushing many issues favored by conservative governor-elect Jeff Landry to the forefront as he takes office in January of next year.
Nov 14, 2023
Landry Creates Advisory Board for the Sale of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
Several months ago, governor-elect Jeff Landry initiated an investigation into the proposed selling of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. According to reports, Landry requested that the sale be delayed, resulting in Blue Cross to temporarily halt its initial plan to sell Elevance Health of Indiana.
Nov 13, 2023
Louisiana Legislature on Time Crunch to Determine Revisions for Congressional District Map
On Friday, a three-judge panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals unanimously decided that Louisiana Legislature would be given one final chance to decide whether or not to make alterations to its congressional district map.