US News: Louisiana’s Deficit-closing Session Ends With Budget Deal
Walt called a compromise "worth making"
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Impact of Immigrants on the Economy in NOLA
New Data on the Greater New Orleans Area Shows the Economic Impact of Immigrant Population Today, local leaders showcased new research on the contributions of immigrants in the Greater New Orleans Area, specifically highlighting tax contributions, spending power, workforce composition and entrepreneurial characteristics. Spearheaded by New American Economy (NAE), the data release marks the launch of Map the Impact—a campaign to highlight the economic power of immigrants in communities across the country.
Read MoreLouisiana Sen. Troy Carter, Rep. Walt Leger offer help to victims of New Orleans East tornado
"‘I am committed to lending my time and talents to helping those impacted by the tornadoes,’ Leger said. ‘If one part of our city is suffering, we are all suffering.’”
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Leger "will work with legal organizations...to provide legal help with housing, insurance, contractor and government programs."
Read MoreTurning the Tide
Whenever I catch a glimpse of the muddy waters of the mighty Mississippi River, I often think about why the City of New Orleans is located in this very spot. For almost 300 years, ships have fought the current and made their way to our port. In a matter of weeks, I, too, will be headed against the current, both metaphorically and literally, as I travel to Baton Rouge to serve in the Louisiana Legislature as Speaker Pro Tempore of the House and to fight for the City of New Orleans.
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