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BATON ROUGE, La. — Coach Sid Edwards defied the odds to win the race for East Baton Rouge Mayor-President, delivering a message of unity and change to voters across the parish. Emphasizing his deep connection to the community and faith-driven approach, Edwards described the campaign as “a movement, not just a
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Sharon Weston Broome, Baton Rouge’s first female mayor-president, graciously conceded the mayoral race Saturday night, closing a transformative chapter in the city’s history. Broome’s leadership since 2017 brought resilience during challenging times and set a foundation for continued growth and progress. public transportation expansion,
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BATON ROUGE, La. — The East Baton Rouge Metro Council is on the brink of change, with voters in District 2 set to elect a new representative on Dec. 7. This race isn’t just about leadership—it’s a contest of ideas and priorities, and what the future holds for
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Economists say Trump’s tariffs could function as a consumption tax, raising prices on imported and domestically produced goods. A Yale University study estimates the tariffs could cost American households an additional $2,421 annually.
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With a conservative federal administration, the policies outlined in Project 2025 may gain traction nationwide, making Louisiana a potential model for states seeking to implement similar reforms.
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Turner will oversee an agency tasked with enforcing fair housing laws, providing mortgage insurance for prospective homeowners, and offering rental subsidies to low-income families.
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The initiative’s policy blueprint and the individuals linked to its development have a track record of promoting positions that could disproportionately affect Black communities nationwide.
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BATON ROUGE, La. — Former mayoral candidate and State Representative Ted James has thrown his support behind Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome, declaring her the best candidate to lead Baton Rouge into the future ahead of the Dec. 7 runoff election. In a statement released Thursday, Nov. 21, James emphasized Broome’s
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On December 7, East Baton Rouge Parish voters face a significant decision beyond the mayoral runoff: whether to approve a measure allowing the City of St. George to retain its share of a 2% parish-wide sales tax. This crucial vote could shape the future of St. George’s government and
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Harris urged voters to continue their advocacy “in the voting booth, in the courts, and in the public square.” She highlighted that the journey for change “takes time” and reassured her supporters, “It’s going to be OK.”
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The NAACP President condemned the float, stating, “This appalling portrayal goes beyond Halloween satire or free expression. It is a harmful symbol that invokes a painful history of violence, oppression, and racism that Black and Brown communities have long endured in America.
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According to a recent national poll, voters are increasingly unlikely to support candidates who claim that former President Donald Trump won the 2020 election or who endorse the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade. Instead, voters are showing a preference for candidates who address economic issues,
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The District 2 seat, currently held by outgoing Commissioner Dr. Craig Greene, will be contested by three candidates: Republicans Jean-Paul Coussan and Julie Quinn, along with Democrat Nick Laborde.
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WASHINGTON D.C. — Vice President Kamala Harris participated in a radio town hall hosted by Charlamagne Tha God on The Breakfast Club yesterday, addressing issues surrounding her record as a prosecutor and her plans for Black Americans. During the conversation, Harris responded directly to allegations that she had targeted Black
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Harris kicks off her day in Grand Rapids, joining fellow Democratic leaders for a rally to energize voters ahead of the election.
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The White House, in alignment with its focus on promoting equity, hosted its first-ever Black Excellence brunch the previous day, where Biden emphasized his administration’s efforts to expand opportunities for Black communities.