Citizens for a New Louisiana

Breaking: After an extensive public relations campaign on his behalf, St. Tammany Public Library Board President Chuck Branton has been reappointed by the Parish Council, 9-4.

In the last few days, Parish Council members received over 2,200 enthusiastic messages about his continued service.

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One might assume that a conviction for bank fraud, money laundering, and obstruction of the Internal Revenue Service would make raising capital somewhat challenging.

Fortunately, Louisiana taxpayers appear willing to overlook such awkward biographical details.

Page 143 of HB2, the state's capital outlay budget, contains an $18 million appropriation for A Good Deed Foundation. Public records suggest the funding is intended for a new grocery store concept.

A newly formed nonprofit, a convicted fraudster, a special taxing district, and an $18 million taxpayer-funded grocery project in Baton Rouge.

From Prison to Public Funding

“If you need a government subsidy to make art, you’re not an artist. You’re a public employee.” – Javier Milei

Louisiana voters didn’t reject government funding outright on May 16. They rejected sweeping fiscal redesign, vague promises, and long-range political bargains built on uncertain assumptions. Their message was clear: Show results. Provide accountability. Offer a vision, not more promises.

Louisiana Voters Want a Vision, Not Another Promise Louisiana voters rejected sweeping fiscal restructuring while supporting familiar local funding measures with clear purposes and accountability.