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Vitter likely to loom over state Legislature as he preps for 2015 governor’s race

A consummate pol, Vitter has been known to dabble in both the state's legislative agenda and the make-up of the two chambers that pass it. Tensions between him and Gov. Jindal are anticipated in the upcoming session.
by Tyler Bridges January 30, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Top aide in mayor’s office asked department heads to campaign for Landrieu

But no one was required to participate, a spokesman for Landrieu said.
by Karen Gadbois January 28, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Civic groups quiz candidates on transparency, other issues

Landrieu, many council candidates decline to answer yes-or-no questions on openness and accountability.
by Charles Maldonado January 28, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

French Market Corp. to cancel lease with council candidate due to ethical conflict

by Charles Maldonado January 27, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Landrieu, Bagneris would earn state pensions while serving as mayor

Mitch Landrieu has received about $81,000 a year since 2010; Bagneris could get $94,000.
by Tyler Bridges January 27, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Citing conflict of interest, City Council candidate wants out of lease with city’s French Market Corporation

Eugene Green planned to open a Cold Stone Creamery on Decatur Street.
by Charles Maldonado January 24, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Orleans Parish sheriff candidates spar over jail conditions, size and funding

Sheriff Marlin Gusman said vulnerable inmates are not being placed with violent offenders.
by Sam Tabachnik January 16, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

Live chat: Share reactions, discuss our story on Landrieu’s political tactics

Talk with The Lens' Tyler Bridges at 1:30 p.m. Friday.
by Steve Myers January 16, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

City employees solicit Landrieu endorsements from neighborhood leaders

A spokesman for the mayor says they were working on their own time.
by Karen Gadbois January 16, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019
His notes in hand, Mayor Mitch Landrieu answers questions during the first public meeting on the budget on Aug. 13.

‘Enemy for life’: Mayor Mitch Landrieu accused of steamrolling those who disagree with him

If you’re not on Mitch Landrieu’s team, people say, he’ll fight back by pulling city contracts, removing you from boards and committees, and dressing you down. The mayor says there’s no evidence of such retaliation, and that he’s tangled with entrenched political interests.
by Tyler Bridges January 16, 2014 Updated November 7, 2019

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