A new ad from Republican gubernatorial candidate Eddie Rispone claims that Governor John Bel Edwards’ criminal justice reform plan has led to a 20-percent increase in murders. But a new Edwards ad features current and former law enforcement officials refuting what his campaign calls false attacks on Edwards’ public safety record…
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China purchases 67 million dollars’ worth of US soybeans and exempts the product from a new set of tariffs set to take effect this month as a sign of goodwill in ongoing trade negotiations. Louisiana Soybean Grain Research and Promotion Board Chairman Charles Canatella says it’s great news for one of the state’s biggest crops.
In exchange, the US will delay the onset of a new set of tariffs on China until October 15th.
Employment in energy efficiency is up 6.3% from 2017 to 2018, much faster than the national average growth rate of 3.4%. Policy Director at E for the Future Pat Stanton says those jobs range over various sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and services to track and lower energy consumption.
More than 2,700 Louisiana businesses focus on energy efficiency.
Outside of the hotly contested governor’s race, Louisiana politicos are keeping a close eye on the legislative contests to see whether Republicans can get a 70-seat supermajority in the House. LSU Assistant Professor of Political Communication Mike Henderson says a supermajority is no guarantee of legislative success, but if Governor Edwards returns to office in 2020 then it’s their best bet to be able to pursue their agenda.