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  • "Panicked Governor Jindal" Authorized Sand Berms and Disregarded Environmental Consequences

    As Governor Jindal attempts to get permits to expand his controversial sand berm projects, scientists, environmentalists and federal agencies who oppose the berms are weighing in with the Army Corps of Engineers.  Barry Kohl, president of the Louisiana Audubon Council, wrote, "According to a panicked Gov. Jindal, any project that appeared to provide protection should be immediately permitted — no matter the environmental consequences.” Other agencies have said the sand berms threaten wildlife habitat, use scarce sand resources needed for coastal restoration and are generally ineffective.  The EPA, which could have veto power over the berms, is expected to weigh in Tuesday. 

    Written on Sunday, 05 September 2010
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By Kathleen Babineaux Blanco, Louisiana Governor 2004-2008

Where is the Courage and What are the Consequences, Karl Rove?

If Karl Rove’s book, “Courage and Consequence,” is an inside look at the Bush White House, it leaves us standing outside...

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By Pat Brister
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State Chair, 2000-2004

Brister Raves About Rove, Says Blanco's TV Appearances Prove Him Right

Having just completed Karl Rove’s book, “Courage and Consequence,” several thoughts come to mind. First, let me say, I have...

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FOOTBALLS TO CONGRESS URGE SAINTLY WETLANDS DEFENSE

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FOOTBALLS TO CONGRESS URGE SAINTLY WETLANDS DEFENSE
 NEW ORLEANS -- With the New Orleans Saints the sentimental (and Presidential) favorite in the 2010 Super Bowl, longstanding support by the NFL franchise to help restore eroding coastal wetlands in Louisiana is moving toward its goal. 

To illustrate the relationship of a valuable ecosystem on the verge of collapse to the nation’s well being, the America’s WETLAND Foundation and Women of the Storm are delivering more than 700 colorful miniature footballs to members of Congress, senior Administration officials and media on the Wednesday (02/03/10) before the New Orleans team’s first-ever Super Bowl appearance. 

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