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  • Governor's Press Secretary Corrects Him on Possible Vitter Endorsement

    Governor's Press Secretary Corrects Him on Possible Vitter Endorsement Just two days after Governor Bobby Jindal announced he would not be endorsing Senator David Vitter because he doesn't get involved in federal races, his press secretary has corrected him.  Melissa Sellers, who issues official statements for the Governor, said the Governor hasn't gotten involved in the race...yet.  When reporters reminded Sellers that Jindal endorsed State Treasurer John Kennedy in his bid to unseat Senator Mary Landrieu and that he regularly helps Congressional candidates around the country raise money, Sellers said the Governor meant to say that he hasn't gotten involved in federal races....this year. 

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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
Louisiana Republican
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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GOP CHARGES JOBLESS WITH NOT WANTING TO WORK

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GOP CHARGES JOBLESS WITH NOT WANTING TO WORK
 With unemployment benefits at stake in the debate during one of the worst job crises in decades, the Republican's number two ranking member claimed that the benefits deter job hunting because "people are being paid even though they are not working."  Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona went on to argue that unemployment benefits do nothing to create new jobs in the down economy.  The latest rift between the parties seems to add to the partisan divide that has gripped Washington.
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