Monroe born and Alto based Congressman Ralph Abraham says he’s a conservative Republican, and he’s running for governor, and intends to win. The Congressman says the state has been mired in poor growth since Edwards took over, and says the Governor’s policy is driving young people out of the state.
He joins Baton Rouge businessman Eddie Rispone as the only two Republicans to have officially joined the race.
A prominent Baton Rouge businessman says he’s ready to finance a bridge over the Mississippi River. Kevin Barnhart has the story.
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It’s the tenth year of the George Rodrigue Foundation art scholarship contest, and the namesake foundation of the famed Louisiana artist who created the iconic “Blue Dog” art featuring the state dog, the Catahoula, is seeking submissions. Spokesperson Christine Dunaway says high school students from across the state can compete, with an interesting theme this year, inspired by Rodrigue’s hurricane art.
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This morning, Republican Congressman Ralph Abraham has announced he’s entering the 2019 Governor’s race. Pollster Bernie Pinsonat says Abraham did what he should do by making his announcement as soon as possible following the news that Senator John Kennedy would not be entering the race.
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Governor Edwards responded to the announcement by releasing a statement saying: “I welcome this debate. I’ve got a consistent record of working across the aisle to get things done for Louisiana.”