[wigswest]

I've heard rumors from Baton Rouge that Mitch (and perhaps Mary) Landrieu are thinking about changing parties to take advantage of the demographical shift in Louisiana, particularly in NOLA. What would y'all think about that, if true?

(this is just rumors I've heard, nothing to back it up with.)

[caryatid]

I've heard rumors from Baton Rouge that Mitch (and perhaps Mary) Landrieu are thinking about changing parties to take advantage of the demographical shift in Louisiana, particularly in NOLA. What would y'all think about that, if true?

This rumour, said to be "all over Baton Rouge" was posted last night on nola.com.

Political opportunism would be nothing new for Louisiana or New Orleans, e.g. Hizzoner [Nagin] changing his party registration from Republic to Democrat to run for mayor.

These rumours, however, if true, would be carrying political cynism to new levels ... even for New Orleans and Louisiana.

Perhaps such an election would be a good time for a strong write-in candidate.

[ncountylee]

The Landrieu's are a crime family and will remain democrats. IMO

[bigeasy_70118]

As the city is presently constituted, Mitch Landrieu cannot be elected mayor of New Orleans, regardless of party affiliation.