If the 1991 Louisiana Governor's election were held last week, David Duke would have beaten Edwin Edwards. Soundly. Duke's platform then is practically identical to the current GOP's platform, except it goes even further than Duke could ever dream of. If it wasn't for the Grand Wizard part of his past, David Duke could have very well been entrenched in today's Republican Party, not unlike Steve Scalise or Mike Johnson.

It was my first time driving from Mississippi to Texas. I wish I'd known they are scamming people out of money like that in Fenton.
I am a good driver, really. I am from Russia originally and in Russia if you are not a good driver you are not driving a car. It was not a good day for me and i wanted to be in Texas before midnight, so I was driving 5-10 mph above speed limit. When I was on US-165 passing through the village of Fenton, the road was nice and clear with no traffic at all. With a speed limit of 65, I was driving in the 70-75 range.

But suddenly i saw the police lights flashing at the dark road behind the woods.
When sherif stopped me, it was fair. But when he said that i was driving 83 mph in speed area 50 i was shocked. I did not see the sign, which is crazy because i always pay attention to signs. I was really nervous, I couldn't believe I had made such a big mistake. But it is my first ticket, i was scared, so I just took my ticket and kept driving.
But today i was shocked again, i received my bill for ticket - IT IS 555$!!!!!!. I still can not believe it.

But the most interesting part of this story is the feedback about the Village of Fenton. Can you imagine, but this village has a 1.4 rating for speed traps and huge speeding bills.
Can you please tell me what can be done in this situation?

I realize that there is my responsibility in this story and I accept it. But in this case 555$ of fee seems to be more crime than my speeding. I'm just a student, I'm 23 years old. I hope it is not too late to do something with it. It is corruption and nothing at all.
(I thank each person in advance for their help.)
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I wouldnt have an issue with it if the flags looked good and had meaningful symbolism but all the remakes look like tourism agency flags or a basic tricolor with a pelican slapped on it. As opposed to the current flag which is easy to recognize, the pelican makes the shape of a fleur de lis, and its badass with the pelican feeding her own blood to her kids. I have zero idea why anyone would wanna change it to adapt to rules made by people who said that flags that broke their rules look good.

I was rear ended in Louisiana while stopped at a light. I thought for sure there was damage, but when I got out I couldn’t find any on either car. The driver that hit me was not going fast. They had a young toddler sitting in a front seat with no car restraints that I could see. Given that, I didn’t even ask to exchange information.

What should I have done?

Do you think there’s much chance of hidden damage?

If I reported this to my insurance would it make my rates go up even if I had proof they were at fault?

Or would you let it go in this type of situation?

This is the second time and I’d like to know how to handle it next time. I know Louisiana laws are different than other states regarding the insurance. I know police can take hours to get to an accident also. Would you even call police? The parent probably would have been ticketed for lack of a car seat also and I’m afraid both for their child and the financial situation of the parent, but also wouldn’t want to be on the hook for damages myself. I can’t do much now obviously. I’m sure I should have gotten photos.

Edit: I wish I had done more for the child. I didn’t search their car to see if a car seat was in it, and assumed the child was unrestrained the entire time, but I don’t know for sure. I only stepped out for a minute to check the cars in the middle of a busy road. Hopefully they decide to buckle in their child.

Enough with the doom and gloom. What’s done is done.

What’s up for a vote next election? State and Federal seats?

LSU football posted a picture of Jordan Davis and said “spring 2025. Details coming soon”. Curious to see what yall think of this. Whether it’s a JD concert in tiger stadium OR BCSF. Either way, I can’t wait for tickets to go on sale. It was foolish for them to move it to NOLA a few years ago, but I think they’d have a huge turnout in Death Valley.

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Going to be in the NOLA area at the end of the month and am looking for suggestions for the best place to rent a kayak or canoe on site and paddle the swamp/bayou for a couple of hours. Not interested in a guided tour but prefer an unguided/independent paddle. We'll have a car so distance isn't an issue, but I'd prefer not to haul a 'yak.

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So I was born and raised in raised in Tennessee but my whole family is from and still lives in Louisiana. I’m currently in community college here for engineering (it’s my first year) and after visiting family, the campus and the game last night I’m honestly debating about finishing my bachelors at LSU. The only issue for me would be the tuition and being from out of state. I know most of this is based off of just wanting the experience of a bigger college and it is a big name school to as I’m from a rural area in Tennessee and I also plan on living here one day but I do want to get out for a while and experience other areas and places. So if anyone knows anything I can look into I’d be much appreciated, if not it’s fine and I’ll just continue my current plan of finishing at a local school.

I have never been institutionalized or spent time in a mental health facility, but I do take a medication for depression. Would I still be able to purchase a gun or obtain a concealed carry permit?

I hate when I tell someone online that I'm in LA and have to immediately disappoint them when I clarify that by LA I mean Louisiana, but Los Angeles.

I usually do appointments since it’s faster,

I am in another state but I have family who recently relocated to Monroe, and the grandpa in the home passed somewhat suddenly this evening. I was hoping to get some recommendations for a place where I can get a comfort meal, a care basket, or some assortment of baked goodies sent over to them. They aren't flowers or plant people, but they're super hurting and I really wanted to send something since I can't hug them yet. Thanks so much in advance.

Hi, is there any where that offers photos with a black Santa? There was a legendary guy called, Chocolate Santa in New Orleans that passed away a few years ago. Any ideas?

And it’s really baffling. Like….why the fuck does he care so much? Especially considering he didn’t even go to LSU

I graduated from LSU back in 2019 and not once did I ever come across anyone even thinking about Mike the tiger inside of the stadium for the years I attended.

Pretty sure 99% of people would rather see a tiger in either its natural habitat or a habitat built like the one at LSU.

I saw pics on Twitter of the tiger from Florida last night and whoever those dumb asses were posing in front of its cage. The tiger looked IMO like it didn’t even wanna be there.

I can’t believe Louisiana voted for this fucking clown. And I’m a slight right leaning independent. Can’t wait til his term is over.

Does Elon's involvement in Trump's White House threaten the 3500 jobs at Michoud?

"NASA simply doesn't need 10 major outposts across the country, as they end up fighting one another for projects and funding."

ARS Technica article: Space policy is about to get pretty wild, y’all

Hello! I am 17 and looking for a self defense item I can legally own and use if need be. Something that can stun someone if I am attacked. Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Looking for someone willing to drive my friend from lake charles to my house in western MD. Willing to pay for gas and expenses but we are in desperate need. She only has a couple bags. I cant rent her a car from here. Idk if Uber is even an option. Anybody looking for good karma? She's good people.

Does anyone have any good hiking places with any sense of a mountain like terrain in LA? I know it’s a long reach but i don’t want to have to drive 5+ hours for a good hike. Asking from SWLA. TIA