Topic: Bobby Jindal

Despite BP oil spill, Louisiana still loves Big Oil

Deepwater drilling and Louisiana are synonymous. Despite the BP oil spill, the industry is still seen as delivering lifeblood.

BP admits more oil is spilling into Gulf than estimated

BP admits that more oil from the Deepwater Horizon disaster is spilling into the Gulf of Mexico than was previously estimated.

One place in Louisiana people are praising BP

BP has been roundly criticized by federal and state officials for its oil spill cleanup efforts. But one local official points to signs of progress and cooperation.

Distrust hampers BP effort to enlist fishermen in oil spill flight

The BP plan is to pay fishermen to deploy booms from their own boats. Fisherman want to help combat the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, but a liability form is causing widespread confusion.

Irked by BP, Gulf of Mexico towns mull Plan B to halt oil spill

Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal is drafting his own plan with parish leaders to combat the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. The goal is to build a 'second line of defense' to protect vital wetlands.

Gulf of Mexico oil spill: Once again, US military gets the call

Over the years, the Pentagon has played an increasing role in disaster assistance, and the Gulf of Mexico oil spill is no exception. Is it too much when the US military is fighting two wars?

Guardians of the free Republics: Could threats spark violence?

More than 30 US governors have received subtly threatening letters from a group called Guardians of the free Republics. Investigators fear the broad call for removing top state officials could inspire others to act out violently.

Gallup poll: Obama in statistical tie against anyone else for 2012 presidency

Mardi Gras spirit fills New Orleans Saints victory parade

Loyal New Orleans Saints fans stuck with their team through years of lousy records. Now, says Debby Wood, who joined the celebrating throng, 'It's like the prodigal son finally came home.'

Louisiana interracial marriage case revives southern stereotypes

The pace has only picked up after the election of Barack Obama, whose skin color has revealed a usually hidden strain of racism that remains present in the South.

Five things New Orleans wants from Obama

When President Obama speaks to New Orleans residents Thursday, they will likely tell him they need federal help to make the city more hurricane-proof and to fix a moonscape of post-Katrina potholes.

What would a Republican healthcare bill look like?

Democrats have chided Republicans for not offering their own healthcare ideas. But GOP attempts to turn the debate toward more incentives and fewer mandates have been rebuffed.

The 33-year-old who would be Colorado's next governor

GOP's Josh Penry is hailed as an up-and-comer who can help buoy a down-and-out party, at least in the Rocky Mountain West.

Huckabee beats Romney, Palin in soon to be forgotten poll

Values Voters Summit is a more genteel anti-Obama tea party

But the rhetoric is just as confrontational. And it’s got most of the likely GOP presidential candidates lining up for a straw poll.

Mark Sanford vows legal battle against impeachment

But lawmakers – including most fellow Republicans – are ready to give the scandal-tainted South Carolina governor the boot if he doesn't resign.

Where does Palin's exit leave GOP for 2012?

First, Sen. John Ensign and Gov. Mark Sanford admitted to having affairs. Friday, Palin left politics (for now). But the list of potential Republican candidates for the White House is still long.

Not going to college? How about a 'career diploma' from high school?

The provision in Louisiana puts the state in the center of a national debate about where to set the bar for high school graduation.

Sanford returns home to impeachment rumblings

Did South Carolina's missing governor commit a 'serious offense' by going underground in Argentina?

Opinion: Republicans need fresh ideas, not a savior

The GOP could rebuild by grooming conceptual thinkers in foreign policy.

New Orleans asks: 'What recession?'

After Katrina, the Big Easy is slowly attracting newcomers and rebuilding its economy.

New Orleans' 'Katrina Generation' struggles with drugs and depression

Suicides are up and hard drugs are more prevalent – trends that are both linked to the hurricane's legacy, experts say.

GOP is the party of Fred Flintstone say Democrats

Palin joins old pal McCain to rescue GOP from extinction