Grace: Timing matters when cashing in
From the Times-Picayune: Jefferson could have had what McCrery is getting.
Jim McCreary
Carmouche to seek recount in 4th district congressional race
From the Associated Press: Down by a mere 356 votes, 4th district Democratic Congressional candidate seeks recount in race against Republican John Fleming.
Fourth District Race gets Ugly
From the Advocate: Charges fly in battle to replace retiring Congressman Jim McCrery.
“Nice guy” Republican leaving Congress
From the Times-Picayune: Retiring Fourth District Congressman Jim McCrery leaves DC with friends and admirers on both sides of the aisle.
John Fleming: The $5 Foot Long Candidate
From the Hill: Fourth district Congressional hopeful John Fleming is taking heat for using his business in his campaign.
Early voting for Dec. 6th elections underway
From the Times Picayune: The last two US House races yet to be decided go into the home stretch.
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.
Fourth district congressional candidates square off in forum
From The Best of Times: Audio of senior forum featuring 4th district congressional challengers.
Fleming stays on attack over Gorman arrest
From the Associated Press: Twenty year old arrest for stealing golf balls comes to the fore in fourth district Congressional race.
