“‘We are not able to predict what’s going to happen from moment to moment,’ Leger said…’Rather than tie our hands by not appropriating enough, it is wiser for us to appropriate what is available and we will have flexibility to address those challenges. The amendment was approved, 53 to 50, surprising the faction of the Republican delegation that was determined not to spend the full amount.”
Read MoreThere is always a solution. There is always a possible compromise. “‘We can’t possibly have sat here all day long and not come to some point where we can have a vote on this. So I move that we discharge the conference committee,’ Leger requested.”
Read More“‘Representative Leger and I finally found something we can agree on,’ Denham Springs Republican Valarie Hodges said, with a laugh. ‘Love it!’ New Orleans Democrat Walt Leger responded.”
Read More“Change is never easy in government, especially when it comes to crime and punishment. But perpetuating the same losing pattern – and getting the same disappointing results – is not a strategy, it’s a waste of taxpayer money. The people of Louisiana deserve better. And it’s time for their elected representatives – Democrats, Republicans and Independents – to deliver.”
Read More“On Wednesday, New Orleans Rep. Walt Leger III, a Democrat who has been closely involved with the criminal justice overhaul, presented his plan to obligate the projected savings to sorely-needed public safety programs intended to reduce crime and assist victims.”
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