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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"The Changing Political Landscape in Louisiana: Democrats Lose House Legislature, Republicans Gain Supermajorities"

Louisiana Democrats faced an uphill battle in the State Legislature elections as they were not even contesting the majority of districts due to a lack of candidates. Their best hope for success rested on Shawn Wilson forcing a runoff against Republican Jeff Landry in the open primary for governor, but Landry won a majority of the primary vote, eliminating the need for a runoff. This exposed the Democratic Party's internal divisions, low fundraising, and disenchanted voter base. Republicans are now poised to unite a conservative government led by Landry.

via The New York Times|

#democrats #jeff-landry #louisiana

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Jeff Landry's Victory in Louisiana Governor's Race: Impact and Reactions"

Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry won the Louisiana governor's race in the primary contest without needing a runoff, as the lowest voter turnout in a dozen years affected the outcome. Analysts attribute the Democratic party's failure to get a candidate into the runoff to low Black voter turnout, tepid enthusiasm for leading Democrat Shawn Wilson, and surprisingly strong support for Landry among Black Louisianans who did vote. Landry's victory cements the GOP's increasing dominance in Louisiana, as Republicans are expected to maintain their supermajorities in the state Legislature and sweep down-ballot statewide races in the runoff.

via NOLA.com|

#governors-race #jeff-landry #louisiana

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Louisiana Governor Candidates Spar in Heated Debates"

A Nexstar Media poll conducted by Emerson College Polling shows that Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry holds a comfortable advantage with 39.7% support over the field of candidates in the Louisiana Governor's debate. Democrat Shawn Wilson placed second with 22.3% of the vote, while Republicans Stephen "Wags" Waguespack and Sharon Hewitt each polled 5.1%. 17.5% of voters remain undecided.

via KLFY|

#candidates #jeff-landry #louisiana-governors-debate