“I’ve lived in Louisiana for 65 years, save for a summer job in New Jersey, and a USAF tour of duty in Thailand. In all that time, Baton Rouge has NEVER had enough money. NEVER.”
The state budget had a billion dollar surplus when Jindal took office. However, Louisiana has the same problem as most states; corrupt politicians who overspend for personal gain and to stay in office. One of the things you mentioned, roads, is a prime example. Louisiana has the worst roads in the nation. Politicians use the tax money for their own purposes. The state group insurance plan had a five hundred million dollar, or more, surplus. Jindal did some reconfigurations and spend every bit of it. Log on to C.B. Forgotston’s site.
The fiscal health of government employees and politicians doesn’t concern me. If they’re unhappy with what they’re paid, they can quit and get a real job of work.
I don’t owe them a living.