News opinion 2008-07-25 Andanh.com

Scrutinizing performance enhancers Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:27:00 EST
David Burroughs: Congress appears ready to resume its crusade against use of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. They deserve credit for addressing this crucial and weighty issue of our times. After all, Congress is in a unique position to be wholly self-righteous and assertive in addressing this topic.

VP suspense continues Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:29:00 EST
Drum roll. Suspense. Who will it be? In this corner, we have Stormin' Mormon Mitt Romney. In the other, we have Brain-Buster Bobby Jindal.

Look beyond candidates' words Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:24:00 EST
As we approach yet another election, we should pay close attention to what is being said and promised. We might also want to keep in mind past campaigns when we were told we could expect all sorts of things and changes, only to find it's same-o, same-o.

La.'s credit improves, but work remains Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:23:00 EST
Editorial: In a financially uncertain world and in a political climate where we're always arguing about how best to spend taxpayer dollars or the size of a lawmaker's paycheck, some pleasant news came out this week that the state's credit rating has been upgraded. That means better rates — cheaper money — when the state issues constructions bonds for our many miles of highway needs and other state projects.

New transparency laws good for citizens, state Thu, 24 Jul 2008 17:18:00 EST
Ernest LeBlanc Jr.: A lot of mention has been made lately about ethics reform and greater openness in our state government, but what does that really mean? And why is it important to the average citizen?

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