Governor Edwards addresses some of the issues that will be the benchmarks of his second term.  Following a reinvestment in higher education and the locking in a pay raise for public school teachers in his first term, Edwards says his focus on education will continue.

Cut 7 (12) “…the southern average.”

LSU students are getting the best ROI with their education among SEC schools according to a new report from Georgetown University. Students may have to take out a large loan to fund their college experience at other schools, but LSU President F. King Alexander says that is not necessarily the case at LSU.

Cut 6 (10) “…lowest among flagships.”

A protest against the state’s sales tax on feminine products is underway at Tulane, it’s being hosted by Period Equity. They’ve asked attendees to bring receipts of their latest tampon purchase with them. LIFT Louisiana is helping organize the event, Legal Advisory Board Member Laura Fine…

Cut 10 (11) “…unconstitutional.”

Quote Wizard finds Louisiana ranks seventh for most distracted drivers. State Police Sergeant Melissa Matey says taking your eyes off the road for just a second or two could lead to a wreck, especially if the driver in front of you makes a sudden stop…
Cut 14 (12) “…happen” 

Mississippi was the least distracted state.