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Gov. Jeff Landry is pushing lawmakers to support a new partisan primary system for federal, state and judicial elections.
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Louisiana is the only state with a “jungle” primary, but just eight other states in the country — and only Florida and Kentucky in the South — have closed primaries.
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A federal court gave Louisiana’s Legislature a January deadline to redraw the state’s congressional map in compliance with the federal Voting Rights Act. That likely means lawmakers will have to include a second majority-Black district.
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General election day in Louisiana is tomorrow — Saturday, Nov. 18 — when voters will pick the state’s next treasurer, attorney general and secretary of state, consider four proposed constitutional amendments and vote in a number of local races.
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Election Day is Saturday, Nov. 18. While some statewide races — including governor — were decided in the primaries, the outcome of several major statewide races, local races and constitutional amendments will be determined in November’s general election.
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The candidates agree that Louisiana's next voting system should be digital, but with a paper trail. The next person to hold the office will be responsible for implementing a new voting system.
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Louisiana is set to elect its first female attorney general as two women from opposing parties — Republican Liz Murrill and Democrat Lindsey Cheek — head to a runoff in November’s general election.
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General election day in Louisiana is just over a week away, when voters will pick the state’s next treasurer, attorney general and secretary of state.
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Progressive politicians say there needs to be a more aggressive push for left-leaning policies to keep voters engaged and boost turnout in cities.
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Whether you’re a new voter, new to the state or have been voting for years but just want a refresher, here’s a basic guide to help you navigate the process. Election Day is Nov. 18 — when voters will decide several statewide and local races — and early voting lasts until Nov. 11.