Tag: Jay Jones

  • Graham Platner is a Phony

    Graham Platner is a Phony

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    by David Shephard, ©2026 (Jun. 8, 2026) — Years ago, I saw a political ad which was so cynical and dishonest that I still remember it today. I don’t exactly remember the campaign or cause, but the ad was produced by an environmental group who were advocating some ballot initiative which ultimately, if passed, would…

  • The Jay Jones Effect

    The Jay Jones Effect

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    by David Shephard, ©2026 (Jun. 4, 2026) — Years ago, when I was young and just getting into politics, I remember a colorful, (and crooked) Louisiana Democratic politician named Edwin Edwards. He became known to me because he was running in a nationally profiled Gubernatorial race. Edwards served as a member of Congress in the…