Decision Point
Several key trendlines tracking COVID-19’s impact in Louisiana are showing favorable directions, just as the state is reaching the next decision point about whether to reopen social interactions and business operations further.
Publication Type: Commentaries
Clean Bills of Health
The Legislature has a chance to create greater and safer public input during a pandemic.
The Reopening- Update
All eyes are upon Gov. John Bel Edwards and political leaders across the state for their next set of recommendations to safeguard public health while widening business and human social activity.
The Reopening
In recent days, the White House, various governors and the Louisiana business community have offered guidelines for reopening the economy following the substantial shutdown of lifestyles and commerce to combat the COVID-19 outbreak.
Earth Day Commentary
April 2020 marks the 10-year anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill and is the month for Earth Day, April 22. The explosion resulted in death and injury to crew members, millions of gallons of oil released in the Gulf of Mexico, and economic and environmental damage to communities all along the coast. Litigation and […]
Legislation in the time of COVID-19
The Legislature faces unprecedented challenges but must convene and perform effectively and safely for the people and businesses of Louisiana.
Made to Be Broken
The Louisiana Senate should repeal its secret balloting procedure to elect the next Senate President. The four-year-old Senate rule created a process that violates the state Constitution and the law. The newly elected Senate should begin its term in January by sending a strong positive message of transparency and accountability.