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I visited with a Northern Louisianna man traveling from Seattle back home this past weekend. He said basically the same thing about Gov. Jindal. He was very conservative, a black man, retired military. I commented about his new governor and he expressed dismay that he was going to allow the outragous pay raises to state officials. His comments surprised me. He had higher hopes for Gov. Jindal. So, even though many on here are going to attack you, I am going to believe what you have to say on this issue. There just might be something to this.
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I agree with that Louisiana Man,,,

Bobby lied to us,,,

I will support Buddy Shaw (R) Shreveport next time...

[dixiechick2000]

Oh, Lordy!

I’m sorry to hear that.

However, I do question his preferences...

It’s good to see you again. ;o)

[upsdriver]

You are the first poster from Louisiana on this thread. I am amazed at the knee jerk reactions of so many here to blast someone without any facts whatsoever. I have been doing some research to try and learn more. From what I can gather, a part time legislator is going to go from a 16,800 annual salary to 30-45% of US Congresses pay. 30 for regular legislators and 45 for senate and house leaders. On top of that, monthly expense accounts will go from $500 to $1000. That means a raise from $16,800 to $50,790 & $76,185. The Louisiana people have a right to be totally pissed. They have a very legitimate complaint.

[upsdriver]

http://www.bayoubuzz.com/News/Louisiana/Politics/Jindal_Louisiana_Legislative_Pay_Raise__No_Piece_Of_Cake___6590.asp

I got my information from this online article on BayouBuzz.com

They had a link to the original bill SB672