- Rusher: Republicans already looking ahead to 2012 -- Daily News Tribune
January 06, 2009
He probably deserves to be listed as a moderate among possible Republican presidential nominees. It seems as likely as anything in politics can be that the Democratic candidate for president in 2012 will be President Obama, seeking re-election to a second term.
- Jindal says no plans for a special session -- WWL-TV
January 06, 2009
Gov. Bobby Jindal said he doesnt anticipate calling a special legislative session before the regular session that starts at the end of April. La. -- After a 2008 packed with three legislative sessions, 2009 is on track to see lawmakers at the state Capitol quite a bit less.
- Bush says thanks with medal for Howard -- Brisbane Times
January 06, 2009
THE former prime minister John Howard is the first Australian political leader to be honoured with a Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honour bestowed by the President of the United States.
- Louisiana Lawmakers Get National Honors for Education Reform Achievements -- Forbes.com
January 06, 2009
The legislation was signed into law by Governor Bobby Jindal on June 25. The awards recognize Sen. Duplessis and Rep. The scholarship program, which is already benefiting 600 children in New Orleans, provides state scholarships so that low-income families can move their children out of failing public schools and into private schools.
- Governor's staff escapes freeze -- Lafayette Daily Advertiser
January 06, 2009
I find it interesting that before Gov. Bobby Jindal ordered a hiring freeze, he added seven new staff members to his office payroll. At least two of them, according to news reports, are being paid at least $10,000 a year more than their predecessors.
