La. congressman will face 12 challengers (William 'Cold Cash' Jefferson)

AP on Yahoo ^ | 8/11/06 | Melinda Deslatte - ap

[ncountylee]

"Dollar" Bill needs a long vacation. Several of his family members are rumored to also be "dirty."

[fieldmarshaldj]

Jeff stands a very good chance of losing, however, it won't be to a Republican.

[operation clinton cleanup]

The official sign-up period for Louisiana's Nov. 7 congressional election ended Friday. In Louisiana, there are no earlier party primaries; if no candidate gets more than 50 percent of the vote on Election Day, the top two go to a December runoff.

Dang! I could have gotten in on that sweet deal!

[GeronL]

A long vacation in a tiny cell with Big Boy Bubba "Joe"

[deport]

U. S. Representative, 2nd Congressional District 1 to be elected
Scott Barron, Democrat, Filed:08/11/06	5521 S. Miro St.,New Orleans, LA 70125, 504/460-2001
Regina Bartholomew, Democrat, Filed:08/09/06	1591 Maura Place,New Orleans, LA 70131, 504/361-3189
Eric T. Bradley, Republican, Filed:08/11/06	201 St. Charles Ave., Ste. 114-261,New Orleans, LA 70170, 206/902-6997
Karen Carter, Democrat, Filed:08/11/06	1215 Prytania St., #364A,New Orleans, LA 70130, 504/565-3058
Troy "C" Carter, Democrat, Filed:08/09/06	92 English Turn Dr.,New Orleans, LA 70131, 504/392-6213
Deven "D. C." Collins, Democrat, Filed:08/11/06	P. O. Box 318152,Baton Rouge, LA 70831, 504/288-6353
John Edwards, Democrat, Filed:08/11/06	P. O. Box 6785,New Orleans, LA 70174, 504/281-4900
William J. Jefferson, Democrat, Filed:08/09/06	1922 Marengo St.,New Orleans, LA 70115, 504/895-1339
Gregory W. "Rhumbline" Kahn, Libertarian, Filed:08/09/06	924 Governor Nicholls St.,New Orleans, LA 70116, 504/522-5000
Joseph "Joe" Lavigne, Republican, Filed:08/10/06	700 S. Peters #202,New Orleans, LA 70130, 504/571-1950
M. V. "Vinny" Mendoza, Democrat, Filed:08/09/06	3510 Ole Miss Dr.,Kenner, LA 70065, 504/913-3971
Derrick Shepherd, Democrat, Filed:08/09/06	2009 Ames Blvd.,Marrero, LA 70072, 504/349-3535
Lawrence William "Lance" von Uhde, III, Republican, Filed:08/11/06	4030 Vendome Pl.,New Orleans, LA 70125, 504/621-6692
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[ritewingwarrior]

The question is, WHEN WILL HE FACE CHARGES AND GO TO PRISON?

[catholicfreeper]

This is curious. From what I was hearing most were going to wait till he was indicted to run. I wonder if this is a case of a few people putting their hat in and suddenally every one felt they had too. Also does anyone have any indication how Romero is doing in the race next door

[NormsRevenge]

Im hoping for a mid October indictment,, but who knows how long this latest round will drag on..

[catholicfreeper]

I like Derrick Shepherd, he could beat him

[deport]

This is curious. From what I was hearing most were going to wait till he was indicted to run.

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Today was the last day to qualify for the race this year. Your senario would have meant an indictment would require him to step down..... does it?

[catholicfreeper]

Well let me clarify I thought they would wait till Indictment/conviction. At least most were. But I think Sheperds entry got some people into the race quick. I think Jefferson is in big trouble.

[deport]

He's headed for a runoff for sure. With whom I have no idea.

[ReignOfError]

When is Harry Connick Jr. gonna follow in his dad's footsteps and run for office? I have no idea what his positions are, but I'll give 10-1 odds his election night parties are the best in town.

[P-40]

Your senario would have meant an indictment would require him to step down..... does it?

I don't think so. If he were a Republican he would be expected to as they have that rule amongst themselves...but I don't recall the Democrats having any such agreement. If I remember correctly, Trafficant did not go out easily.

[Clintonfatigued]

When Jefferson was elected to Congress, he obviously thought he was "Movin' On Up."

[jmaroneps37]

The culture of the rat IS a culture of corruption.

[demkicker]

I'm curious to know what the post Katrina population is in New Orleans. Since our representatives are based on population, I suppose N.O. will be overly represented until the next census.

[deport]

I'm curious to know what the post Katrina population is in New Orleans. Since our representatives are based on population, I suppose N.O. will be overly represented until the next census.

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I think you would be correct to assume that the area hasn't reached its pre Katrina population. At one point I think I've read there was around 200,000 or so back in NO.

[balch3]

What about this Lance Von Uhde fellow who's the only GOP candidate? What do we know about him and does he have a chance in that cesspool?