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Matt Willard Bows Out of Council D Race; Still More To Do at Legislature

June 24, 2021

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District 97 State Rep. Matthew Willard announced today that he has decided not to seek the open City Council District D seat. I dont feel my job is done in Baton Rouge. There is so much more to do, said Willard, a first term legislator representing Gentilly. Willard said it was a tough decision. Its […]

Far Right Former Senator Faces Criticism Again, Calling on COVID Positive Rep. James to Resign

May 3, 2020

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Even in retirement, former State Senator Conrad Appel continues to find ways to put his foot in his mouth. Senator Appel (R-Metairie) made headlines last year for suggesting that African Americans’ “blind support” of the Democratic Party goes against their interests. According to the former Metairie Senator, voting for Democrats would ensure that “other non-white […]

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Matt Willard Bows Out of Council D Race; Still More To Do at Legislature

Far Right Former Senator Faces Criticism Again, Calling on COVID Positive Rep. James to Resign