Sleepy Joe claiming Trump never mentioned COVID in the SOTU address with Trump actually addressing it.
Dementia and lies are strong in this one.
HIGGINS: Southwest Louisiana Will Not Be Forgotten
ARDOIN: My Statement on Emergency Voting Plan
Yesterday, a federal court issued its ruling concerning how we must operate our November and December elections in Louisiana. I wanted to explain what this court decision does and does not do:
Does NOT force mandatory, universal, or automatic vote-by-mail. Nobody in Louisiana will be required to vote by absentee ballot; anyone who chooses to do so can still vote in person during the early voting period or on Election Day.
Does NOT create no-excuse absentee voting. Those who vote absentee will still have to fill out the proper documentation and provide the appropriate identification. No voter will be allowed to vote by absentee ballot without an excuse, just like in other elections.
Does NOT force the state to adopt voting on Sundays.
Does NOT force us to adopt same-day voter registration. Had the judge granted everything the plaintiffs wanted, we would have been required to have thirteen days of early voting, which would have meant same-day voter registration during early voting.
Does NOT relax the stringent requirements we have for those vote by absentee ballot. Those who do vote by absentee ballot will still be required to have a witness signature on their ballot.
DOES adopt the early voting timeline I proposed in August: ten days of early voting with extended hours.
In fact, the judge only granted the plaintiffs one request from their extensive liberal wish-list: the adoption of the COVID-19 absentee ballot excuse form from July and August, utilized by less than one percent of all voters in those elections.
In the court hearing over the July and August, the judge stated that the emergency plan I crafted along with the Attorney General and approved by the legislature was why he wouldn’t grant the plaintiffs universal, no-excuse vote by mail. That same plan likely prevented this judge from forcing us to adopt what I have stood up against time and time again: automatic, no-excuse, universal vote-by-mail.
Furthermore, the Attorney General issued a ruling that clarified that those with higher risk health conditions would be able to vote through the disabled absentee voter program with a doctor’s note. Nearly 75% of COVID-19 absentee voters in July and August requested a ballot through the higher risk category; therefore, this ruling effects a very small number of voters.
While I am disappointed in this ruling, I believe the foresight shown by your Republican elected officials earlier in the year in adoption of our reasonable, temporary emergency plan prevented a massive expansion of vote-by-mail in Louisiana. In the coming days, we are likely to see lots of disinformation about our November and December elections. I’m asking that you help us prevent voter confusion by calling our office with your questions or to report any disinformation you come across.
Sincerely,
Kyle Ardoin
What You Won’t Hear About on The MSM
Chevron Fuel Giveaway - SWLA Hurricane Laura Relief Efforts
A Message from Louisiana Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin
My office has become aware of a disinformation campaign concerning voting in parishes hardest hit by Hurricane Laura. Several people have shared false information stating that all voters in Southwest Louisiana will be forced to vote by mail. This is untrue. We are working with clerks and registrars on reestablishing early voting location and emergency Election Day polling places. Please feel free to share my statement, found here and below, on your social media and with your friends and contacts in the affected areas. Please call my office at 225-922-2880 with any questions.
“We are working with the Registrar of Voters and Clerk of Court in both Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes to reestablish early voting locations and emergency Election Day polling locations for the November and December elections. Rumors that voters affected by Hurricane Laura will be forced to vote by mail are unfounded and untrue.”
At Least We Have Sen. Cassidy Working for Louisiana Following Hurricane Laura
In a speech on the floor of the US Senate, Sen. Bill Cassidy addressed the lack of attention be paid to those that have been decimated by Hurricane Laura:
“The sentiment by many at home is that the nation has already forgotten about Hurricane Laura,” said Cassidy. “The fear is that the recovery efforts will be stall and we’ll be ignored while other news…takes over. I’m here to be the voice for the people of Louisiana and share our story with you so that you may know what we are facing.”
Read more: Cassidy to US Senate: Don’t forget about Hurricane Laura
“Honor Code” Continuing His War on Oil and Gas
For the life of me, I don’t know how those that work in oil and gas can support this liberal turd. The latest on Edwards’ war on the industry.
According to the Governor's Office, Executive Order JBE 2020-18 formally establishes Louisiana’s first-ever Climate Initiatives Task Force, a group of stakeholders who will study and make recommendations to reduce economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions. Executive Order JBE 2020-19 provides steps to improve state government by coordinating adaptation efforts more comprehensively across state agencies under the leadership of the state’s first Chief Resilience Officer (CRO).
Read more: Gov Edwards signs executive orders focusing on climate initiatives
Louisiana Citizens for Job Creators: AG Landry turns on Friday Night Lights
AG Landry is used to celebrating victories in the court room, but recently, he has taken his wins to the football field!
Late last month AG Landry sent a letter to LHSAA Executive Director Eddie Bonine addressing concerns regarding allowing high school football to proceed this fall. Additionally, AG Landry was instrumental in the recent legislative hearing of the House of Representatives Education Committee where this very topic was addressed. Thanks to the efforts of AG Landry, it was announced that the Friday Night Lights are going to shine bright this fall!
High School Football is BACK!
Thank you AG Landry for fighting for Louisianians right to play high school sports! This is so much more than a game, being able to play gives students opportunities that otherwise they wouldn't have-- just ask former LSU Quarterback Joe Burrow-
OFFICIAL: LAGOP Statement On Louisiana Moving to Phase Three
Baton Rouge, LA – The LAGOP calls on Governor John Bel Edwards to allow individual parish governing authorities wherein Corona-virus infections have fallen and local hospitals possess sufficient treatment capacity, to begin moving their jurisdictions into Phase 3. This follows recently passed resolutions by the parish governments of Jefferson, St. Tammany, and St. Bernard, which expressed a similar position.
Under the current Phase 2 restrictions, bars are limited to take-out only and businesses such as shopping malls, reception halls, and restaurants, have a maximum allowed occupancy of 50%. Phase 3 would relax the aforementioned restrictions on occupancy, and nursing home visits would be permitted under certain conditions. Many business leaders have long advocated for a Phase 3 regional implementation, as this would expand economic activity and allow more people to return to work.
"Every parish is experiencing this pandemic in different ways. So a “one size fits all” strategy is both impractical and actively harmful for our state," said LAGOP Chairman Louis Gurvich. "We must trust our local leaders with the flexibility to do what is best for their parishes citizens and businesses.”
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Louisiana Oil & Gas Association Announces President’s Departure, Names Interim President and VP of Communications
BATON ROUGE, LA (August 31, 2020) — The Louisiana Oil & Gas Association today announced that Gifford Briggs, who has been with the association since 2007, will depart on September 11. Mike Moncla has been named as Interim President. The Association will continue its advocacy efforts on behalf of Louisiana’s oil and gas industry uninterrupted.
Briggs, the Association’s President, is leaving to become the Gulf Coast Region Director for the American Petroleum Institute.
“Gifford has been instrumental in elevating LOGA to the level of recognition it receives today. We have benefitted from his skills, talents, and leadership abilities for the last thirteen years,” said Jim Justiss, LOGA’s Chairman. “Those same skills, talents, and abilities have not gone unrecognized by others in industry and government. We will miss our friend dearly, but congratulate him and his family on this wonderful opportunity.”
Briggs has been the voice and face of the Louisiana oil and gas industry, working on behalf of the Association’s members to advocate for legislation to bring the state’s legal, regulatory, and tax environment in line with other states.
Mike Moncla is the VP of Marketing at DrilTech, LLC and a partner at Moncla Workover & Drilling. “Mike is a leader in the oil and gas industry and the community,” said Justiss. “He has served on LOGA’s Board of Directors for over a decade and on the LOGA Executive Committee for the past three years. We appreciate the expanded leadership role he is taking on in addition to his current responsibilities in Lafayette and look forward to working closely with him while we determine the next steps for the Association.”
Kati Hyer, serving with LOGA since January of 2019, has been promoted to the Association’s Vice President of Communications.
“Kati has demonstrated that she is ready for an expanded role within the organization and we are looking forward to seeing all that she can do,” said Justiss. “She will be working closely with the Interim President and the Executive Committee to ensure that the voice of the independents is heard across Louisiana.”
About the Louisiana Oil & Gas Association
The Louisiana Oil & Gas Association was organized in 1992 to represent the Independent and service sectors of the oil and gas industry in Louisiana; this representation includes exploration, production and oilfield services. LOGA’s primary goal is to provide our industry with a working environment that will enhance the industry. Find out more information at http://www.loga.la
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Trump Administration Should Avoid European Style Drug Pricing
There seems to be a renewed push for the United States to copy the socialist health care model of Europe with regard to health care pricing. Importing socialism from nations like Germany would be a mistake because it will destroy the market forces that have made the United States the economic and innovation leader of the world. With all the flaws we have in the American health care system, more government interference will not make things better – it will make the system worse.
Read more: Trump Administration Should Avoid European Style Drug Pricing
President Trump's Remarks About AG Jeff Landry
President Trump makes remarks in Louisiana and recognizes Jeff Landry.
Watch Steve Scalise's Full Speech At The 2020 RNC
Cassidy urges Democrats not to federalize elections ahead of November
If you can go to the grocery store safely and practice social distancing, then you can safely go to the voting booth. We shouldn’t federalize elections like Democrats are attempting to do by making mail-in voting mandatory. Let state and local governments decide their voting procedures.
Louisiana Citizens for Job Creators: AG Landry Supports Firehouse BBQ
Attorney General Jeff Landry & Congressman Clay Higgins
Photo Source: Central City News
Earlier this week, Attorney General Jeff Landry submitted an Amicus Brief in support of Firehouse BBQ’s case against the Governor’s Mask Mandate!
As we’ve seen during this crisis, some of our politicians are willing to exert their power in any way they see fit while some seek to strike a balance between constitutional rights and public health.
Landry has proven, time after time, that our basic constitutional rights are his chief concern when it comes to restrictions on our life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Our founders wrote the Bill of Rights for a reason and last we checked, there isn't an amendment that says “all the aforementioned rights are turned off in the event of a virus.”
Jeff Landry knows the Constitution and what’s right. That’s why he’s been fighting back against any unconstitutional measures.
Here’s a quote from the brief:
This case is not about whether masks or face coverings are a good idea. It is about what the Governor and the Department of Health can do during an extended public health emergency and – importantly – how it can constitutionally do it - Jeff Landry
We are proud of AG Landry for his efforts to defend the constitution. No politician or crisis is bigger than our principles.
We applaud Jeff Landry’s support of Firehouse BBQ with his Amicus Brief!
Read the brief HERE!
Louisiana AG warns violent crime in US will each 'epidemic' levels: 'There's a tipping point that's coming in this country'
In a phone interview with Fox News, Landry said that while he has tried to be tough on crime in his state, he realized years ago that in other parts of the country there were signs that crime would reach “epidemic” levels.
"When I became attorney general back in 2016, one of the first things that we tackled was we took a very proactive fight against crime," Landry said. "I predicted four and five years ago that this country was headed towards an extreme violent crime outbreak, that it was going to become an epidemic."
What's Really Going on With John Bel Edwards' "State of Emergency" Regarding the November Election?
Yesterday, John Bel Edwards, our Democrat Governor, declared a state of emergency for the November 3 presidential elections. Now, he did this on the same day that he reported Louisiana is no longer in the “red zone” in positive test rate set by White House guidelines. Mind you, he declared a state of emergency months ago and there is no need to declare another one as this current emergency is ongoing. So, what does John Bel know that we don’t know about November, which by the way is several months away?
My fellow Louisiana citizens, it’s time to have an awakening. I am going to offer you a little dose of reality. Let’s call it a red pill. Now, you don’t have to take it. But, if what I believe is going down, goes down, at least you’ll have had the opportunity to understand why.
The National Democratic Party is trying, by any means necessary, to upset and upend this presidential election. They have gone as far as to “War Game” what happens if States cannot meet the deadline to send its electors to the electoral college. In such a scenario, Biden, would not except the election, blame Trump for the chaos associated with mail in ballots, which will be chaos, and try to get the election over to the U.S. House of Representatives, who would decide the Presidency. One of the “war games” was secession from the Union by the West Coast, yes, the same West Coast that is currently under siege by Antifa. Think I’m making this up? It was all reported in the New York Times.
How does JBE fit into this? Well, he is planning to run in 2022 against John Kennedy for the U.S. Senate. The only way for him to have any success is to be in lock step with the people that control the campaign dollars, the National Democratic Party. There is a reason that Mayor Adrian Perkins (Soros Candidate) is running against Bill Cassidy, and it’s not because anyone believes he has a chance. It’s a two-part reason. First, his race will bring national dollars into Louisiana to build out the campaign infrastructure John Bel will need in 2022. Secondly, a minority on the ballot creates standing for the legal challenges that will come in when JBE doesn’t get his way in “setting up” the November Election. And, when he doesn’t, expect the usual suspects to come out of the woodwork, along with the Liberal Louisiana Press Corps, to claim voter suppression and disenfranchisement. All of this will be JBE’s contribution to the chaos the DNC is trying to create.
If you’ve watched the “news” lately, you have seen the hysterics over mailboxes being mysteriously removed from places all over America. This faux hysteria is being ginned up by the DNC. Mailboxes have been scheduled for removal for years. The practice started under Obama and Biden. In fact, over 14,000 were removed by their administration. Why? Cost cutting from the broke Postal Service. And, I ask, do you get your mail from the blue mailboxes on the corner? How does this interfere with you getting a ballot? How does it interfere with you using the postal service? It doesn’t. This is called building the narrative. It’s a disinformation campaign being executed by a political party that will do anything to seize power, including giving political cover to violent Marxist and Socialist in democrat-controlled cities around the U.S. How do you think voting is going to go in the West Coast states that the DNC envisions seceding from the Union? Ask yourself, whose allowing and creating the chaos?
Look, Joe Biden can’t win this election under any normal conditions. Therefore, other means are being employed. You can accept this all as “emergency preparation” but understand that it is election stealing preparations.
John Bel Edwards does not have authority over the Election process in Louisiana. The Secretary of State, Kyle Ardoin, does. The only way for the Governor to inject himself into this process is if there is a State of Emergency. Despite falling infections, falling death rates, JBE is creating the narrative. He’s declaring the emergency in advance. He’s following the DNC’s lead and playbook. He’s preparing the way for his Senate run in 2020 by doing the bidding of his overlords in Washington and he’s going to do everything he can to cause chaos in our own elections.
Now you know. And, as events unfold you will not be able to forget it. You’ve been awakened.
ATR Statement on Drug Pricing Executive
“A most favored nation proposal would slow medical innovation, threaten American jobs, and undermine conservative opposition to Medicare-for-All.
“President Trump has consistently opposed efforts that would lead to a government takeover of America’s health care—such as the “Medicare-for-All” scheme pushed by Democrats in Congress and on the campaign trial. As recently as his 2020 State of the Union Address, the President promised 'We will never let socialism destroy American health care.'
“Rather than fighting these socialist policies, a MFN would adopt them. This will have disastrous consequences to the economy and health care system and to the broader effort to fight against the government takeover of health care.
“The order is not set to be effective until August 24. Between now and then we urge the President to explore ways to shift to a market-based approach like those the Trump Administration has consistently supported in other areas of healthcare.”
Republican Attorneys General Association blasts Kamala Harris' record as California AG
Republican Attorneys General Association Chair Jeff Landry says Kamala Harris' record as California attorney general is not tough enough on crime and safety.
LAGOP Statement on Joe Biden's Pick for Vice-President
Baton Rouge, LA – Yesterday afternoon, Democrat nominee for President Joe Biden announced his running mate would be California Senator Kamala Harris.
Sen. Harris is the left-wing political operative who sought the Democratic nomination for President last year by aligning her politics with the radical left and attacking the very same candidate on whose ticket she is now running! During her campaign, she publicly supported:
Abolishing all private healthcare and requiring Medicare-for-All.
Stripping American’s of their second amendment rights through the use of executive orders.
Passing the anti-job Green New Deal while raising taxes on the middle class.
Decriminalizing illegal immigration and offering illegal immigrants free healthcare and other services.
She has not since renounced any of these positions; if anything, she has been emboldened since the COVID pandemic began.
The choice in November is now clearer than ever: a vote for Trump-Pence is a vote for peace and prosperity; a vote for Biden-Harris is a vote for violence, anarchy, and socialized medicine. The danger of a Biden-Harris administration is grave, and the price our country would have to pay is far too high.
Only a vote for President Trump will ensure that America’s economy will be rebuilt, our country strengthened, and our people empowered. Let’s Keep America Great!
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