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News & Events
October 16, 2007
Attorney general: Royal Alexander
Louisiana erred badly four years ago by electing Charles Foti to the office of attorney general, where he has proven himself ill-suited for a statewide stage.
The New Orleans politician has stumbled in prosecuting high-profile death cases related to Hurricane Katrina, showing that his office is, if not mean-spirited, at least inept.
Closer to home, Foti's office failed Monroe entirely when it did not offer an attorney general's opinion on the well-connected Rosalind Jones' political advertisements on Monroe city buses. The law seems clear: Advertisements for Jones, state Sen. Charles Jones's daughter, should not adorn city-owned buses...
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October 3, 2007
The Shreveport Times: Local candidate in AG's race thinks it's time for change
The time may be ripe for victory in Louisiana, an attorney seeking state office told fellow Republicans on Tuesday at the Petroleum Club in downtown Shreveport.
"I think it's going to be a very good year for Republicans, and I think it's going to be a very good year for new candidates," said Royal Alexander, who is running for attorney general in the Oct. 20 primary.
"I think most of the voters across the state sense that...
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October 2, 2007
The News Star: Alexander to fight corruption, cronyism
Royal Alexander believes he can restore public trust in state government as attorney general by aggressively fighting corruption and cronyism among elected officials. Alexander, a 40-year-old Republican, said he would form an anti-corruption unit within the Attorney General's office to look into...
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September 20, 2007
Royal Alexander - New Leadership
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August 30, 2007
Alexander Unveils Action Plan to Crack Down on Public Corruption
Baton Rouge - Royal Alexander, candidate for Attorney General, today released his plan to clean up corruption in Louisiana. Alexander's plan is focused on tackling the problem from an enforcement perspective.
"The new Governor will need an Attorney General who is serious about cracking down on corruption, and not just during election season. Our state needs a leader in the Attorney General's office who has a real plan to tackle this corruption problem and today I unveil my plan to clean up corruption in Louisiana," stated Alexander. "This straightforward plan will be implemented on my first day in office," added Alexander.
Royal Alexander is the officially endorsed candidate for Attorney General of the Republican Party of Louisiana. Prior to his position as Chief of Staff to Congressman Rodney Alexander, he served as an Administrative Law Judge for the Division of Administrative Law, State of Louisiana. Alexander has also served as attorney, of counsel, with the law firm of Smith and John in Shreveport, and as Congressional Aide to former Congressman Clyde C. Holloway. He also worked as an attorney with the law firm of Jeansonne and Remondet and as a law clerk for the Honorable Rebecca F. Doherty, U.S. District Judge, Western District of Louisiana. Alexander received his J.D. from Oklahoma City University School of Law and has a B.A. from Louisiana State University-Shreveport.
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July 23, 2007
Alexander tops Foti in fundraising almost 6 to 1
Baton Rouge - Campaign Finance documents released today highlighted the enormous fundraising advantage candidate for Attorney General, Royal Alexander, held over New Orleans Democratic incumbent, Charles Foti, in the second quarter. In the most recent reporting period, Alexander raised $435,808.32 compared to Foti's...
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July 13, 2007
Royal Alexander Raises Over $400,000 in 70 Days
Metairie - At a key meeting with Jefferson Parish supporters, Attorney General Candidate Royal Alexander announced he has raised over $400,000 in the first 70 days since entering the race. He is currently the only Republican challenger to New Orleans Democrat Charles Foti. Royal Alexander told the group that he has been pleasantly surprised by the amount of donations coming in from all corners of state. Contributions have come from a variety of donors; from voters fed up with the poor ethics climate...
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Shreveport Times: June 5, 2007
Royal Alexander: Expose every nook, cranny of La. government
It's time to raise the windows, throw open the shutters, and let the light pour in on every nook and cranny in Louisiana government. For too long, those who should know better have made themselves the priority and hoped no one would notice. They have forgotten their duty to be about the business of the people for them, for their children, and for their children's children.
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