Louisiana Delegation Split as Bailout Passes
From the Associated Press: House passes $700 billion Wall Street bailout. Voting Yes: Boustany, Melancon, Alexander, McCrery. Voting No: Cazayoux, Jefferson, Scalise.
Charlie Melancon
McCrery, Melancon only La. Congressmen to vote for bailout
From the Shreveport Times: Third District Congressman Charlie Melancon and retiring fourth district Congressman Jim McCrery only La. votes in favor of bailout.
A Political Wind
From the Gambit Weekly: Jeremy Alford takes a look at how Hurricane Gustav impacted Louisiana’s political landscape.
Melancon ready for term
From the Advocate: Unchallenged congressman looks to make good use of his time.
Melancon looking safe
From the Times-Picayune: Four years after winning in a squeaker, Charlie Melancon seems to have a hold on his seat.
