Jeremy Alford
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Baton Rouge, LA, United States
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Past articles by Jeremy:
Sales tax becomes last-minute issue
The sales tax matter is a last-minute issue in a session that’s quickly coming to a close. Either way, the clock is ticking. → Read More
Pay and perks deserve added scrutiny
As a set of budget shortfalls force cuts to critical services, with much more to come, state lawmakers and the governor are beginning to pay more attention. → Read More
Alford: Mardi Gras highlights legislative goodwill
A historic snowfall in the Beltway last week brought out the best in Louisiana’s political class during the marathon events of Washington Mardi Gras. → Read More
State lawmakers plan to tackle social issues
For a legislative session heavy on complex tax topics and ominous budget complications, state lawmakers still found time to introduce bills that tap into Louisiana's... → Read More
Non-candidates important in Louisiana governor's race, too: Jeremy Alford
While we're all certainly interested in who will be a candidate for governor this fall, the more important question may be who isn't running. We won't have a definitive answer until Sept. 10 at 4:30 p.m., when qualifying closes, which... → Read More
They said it (and might have regretted it) in 2014: Jeremy Alford
After having a front row seat to the theater of Louisiana politics over the past 12 months, I'm asking myself more than ever why someone would run for public office. Our politicians talk their way into and out of the... → Read More
Data becomes the Louisiana GOP's new currency: Jeremy Alford
If you're one of Louisiana's 2.9 million registered voters, the state Democratic Party has a file on you. The Louisiana Republican Party does, too. Even if you have no party affiliation, both of the major parties are tracking your voting... → Read More
Busted flat in Baton Rouge, waiting for the pain: Jeremy Alford
There simply aren't enough candy canes in the North Pole to sugarcoat the harsh reality that is the state's finances, which are worsening with each passing month. Like Santa inching his way down the chimney seemingly unaware of the roaring... → Read More
Is there life after death for Louisiana Democrats?: Jeremy Alford
In terms of modern politics, the Louisiana Democratic Party will likely enter 2015 at its weakest point ever. But in terms of politics dating back to the 19th century, the party of the donkey has been here before, and it... → Read More
Louisiana makes voters work on ballot loaded with constitutional amendments: Jeremy Alford
There are 14 proposed constitutional amendments on Louisiana's November ballot, which means there are more "yes or no" questions than there are federal elections listed. If that strikes you as excessive, you're not alone and you're absolutely justified in thinking so.... → Read More
Dr. Smith goes to Washington, via Louisiana: Jeremy Alford
"Per capita, Louisiana has more medical doctors in Congress than any other state," Congressman John Fleming, R-Minden, said during a recent SWLA Economic Development Alliance event in Lake Charles, the smile on his face widening. "And I'm not going to... → Read More
Bobby Jindal's health care policies leading to confusion, instability: Jeremy Alford
You should not drive or operate heavy machinery while attempting to understand the health care decisions made in recent years by Gov. Bobby Jindal's administration. Nor should you mix the resulting news coverage with alcohol (actually, that might not be... → Read More
Public Service Commission finally getting interesting: Jeremy Alford
If the regulation of utilities and motor carriers is your thing, then you'll feel right at home with the Public Service Commission. Otherwise, you've probably only ever heard of the independent agency in passing. Even reporters tethered to its beat... → Read More
Louisiana legislators should kick open closed committee doors: Jeremy Alford
The Louisiana Legislature has made great strides in terms of access and the legislative process. Reporters get front-row seats during hearings before standing committees and on the House and Senate floors. For the public, testimony and debate are streamed live... → Read More
Bobby Jindal making risky gamble over Common Core: Jeremy Alford
It wasn't long ago that Common Core was considered the most debated policy issue in Louisiana that lawmakers and parents knew the least about. Now it's the hottest political issue with the highest volume of unintended consequences. Who could have predicted... → Read More
In Louisiana, limitless fundraising creates a political wild West: Jeremy Alford
How much money does a Louisiana politician need to win? More. In the increasingly competitive world of high-stakes elections, the answer is simply more. In the not-too-distant past consultants could tell candidates that $7 million was required to become governor,... → Read More
Why the new Louisiana abortion laws passed with no discussion in Baton Rouge
The bill was sponsored by State Rep. Katrina Jackson, head of the Congressional Black Caucus, and championed by Gov. Bobby Jindal. → Read More
LGBT-related bills head for the state legislature
Lawmakers are expected to debate bills addressing sexual orientation, gender identity and sodomy. → Read More