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John came to Shreveport in January of 1977 when he was transferred to Barksdale AFB.

He’s been active in Shreveport politics since deciding to make Shreveport his home.

John practiced law for 40 years and he now monitors local politics. He regularly attends Shreveport City Council and Caddo Parish Commission meetings.

John is published weekly in The Inquisitor, bi-monthly in The Forum News, and frequently in the Shreveport Times.

He enjoys addressing civic groups on local government issues and elections.

 

LOUISIANA SUPREME COURT RULES TO ALLOW PERKINS' RE-ELECTION BID

The suspense is over.

The Louisiana Supreme Court has issued its rulings in Mayor Perkins' appeal to stay on the mayoral ballot for the Nov. 8 election.

The case was argued on Tues. of this week.

A four person majority of the court ruled to reverse the decision of the Second Circuit affirming disqualification of Perkins.

Three justices, include Justice Scott Crichton, voted to affirm the disqualification.

The opinions can be reviewed on the court's website.

Perkins will now be one of 10 candidates on the Nov. 8 ballot for Shreveport mayor.

PERKIN'S SUPREME COURT VICTORY PUTS MORE PRESSURE ON HEALTH INSURANCE DECISION

IS SHREVEPORT HEALTH CARE BOARD GOING TO GIVE THE SHAFT TO RETIRED FIREFIGHTERS AND WK?