Editorial

Goodbye America, hello Banana Republic

America as the “shining city on a hill” is gone. It has been replaced by a country with a weaponized criminal justice system, a radicalized educational system, and a news media that is a mouthpiece for a tyrannical government.

Lock the clock, time to end the madness

The aggravating practice of changing our clocks every few months started during World War I, over one hundred years ago. It was created as a way for the United States to save power and fuel and enhance the economy by spurring consumer shopping in the evening.

Mailbag

Dear Editor: Swamp Pop Reunion XVII was one of the best ever! On behalf of the Louisiana Swamp Pop Museum, we would like to express sincere thanks to all who helped to make this very special event another tremendous success.

Biden’s balloon baloney

Should anyone believe the Biden administration’s ridiculous story about the mysterious balloons that gripped the nation several weeks ago?

The battle to rescue New Orleans

In 1840, New Orleans was the third largest city in the country. As a booming port city, New Orleans enjoyed incredible growth for decades due to increasing levels of commerce on the Mississippi River and its designation as the “Gateway to the Americas.”

China, our Teflon enemy

The communist dictators of China are brutal authoritarians who have been repressing the basic human rights of their own people for decades. In China, citizens do not have an independent media or the freedom to speak, assemble, petition their government, or practice their religious faith.

To save America, Trump in 2024

The last 2+ years have taken a horrific toll on the American people. Under President Joe Biden, a once thriving economy is saddled with $31.5 trillion in federal debt, stubborn inflation, rising interest rates, and increasing consumer debt.

The Republican party is addicted to losing

On Friday, the 168 members of the Republican National Committee (RNC) re-elected Ronna Romney McDaniel as the party’s chair. This will be her fourth term as RNC Chair, the longest tenure since Edwin Morgan finished eight years at the party’s helm in 1864.

Mailbag

Dear Editor: I am writing to thank Ville Platte​​​ area residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season.

Democrats are destroying Louisiana

As other Southern states, such as Texas and Florida, continue to enjoy explosive economic growth, Louisiana is suffering from the impact of misguided policies.