2015


John Bel Edwards Wins Louisiana Gubernatorial Race

State Representative John Bel Edwards (D) has defeated Senator David Vitter (R) in Louisiana’s gubernatorial race. Edwards won the race with 56% of the vote, compared to 43% for Vitter. Following his loss, Vitter announced a break from politics and that he will be retiring from the Senate after his […]


Sen. David Vitter Announces Governor Run

Sen. David Vitter (R-LA) has announced a run for Louisiana Governor. If elected, he would succeed Gov. Bobby Jindal, a 2016 contender who is term-limited. Vitter currently serves as Louisiana’s junior Senator, alongside Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-LA), and is well-known for his involvement with the D.C. Madam prostitution scandal. The […]