Season 4, Episode 3 - US Supreme Court, Closed Primary Election & New Orleans Politics

Season 4, Episode 3 - US Supreme Court, Closed Primary Election & New Orleans Politics

From The Pelican Brief by David Tatman

October 8, 2025 · 22 min · Season 4 · Episode 3

About this episode

This episode discusses major political developments in Louisiana, including Supreme Court cases and the transition to a closed primary system.

🎙️ Season 4, Episode 2 – Shifting Power: Supreme Court Cases, Election Overhauls & Louisiana’s Political Crossroads In this episode of The Pelican Brief , we unpack the major developments reshaping the political landscape in Louisiana and beyond. From landmark U.S. Supreme Court cases that could redefine presidential power, campaign finance, and redistricting, to Louisiana’s transition to a closed primary system — the ground is shifting beneath our feet. We explore: The Supreme Court’s new term and the pivotal cases to watch, including Louisiana v. Callais and NRSC v. FEC What the end of Louisiana’s Independent Party means for 150,000+ voters How the New Orleans 2025 municipal elections may reshape local power A potential redistricting special session on the horizon Whether you're tracking local races in Baton Rouge or broader shifts in Washington, this episode brings clarity to the issues driving headlines — without the noise. Stay informed, stay ahead. 🔗 Subscribe and share. 📲 Follow us @PelicanBrief225 | #lalege #lagov

People in this episode

Host: David Tatman

Topics covered

  • U.S. Supreme Court cases
  • Louisiana politics
  • closed primary system
  • redistricting
  • New Orleans municipal elections

Keywords

  • Supreme Court
  • Louisiana politics
  • closed primary
  • redistricting
  • New Orleans elections

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: U.S. Supreme Court, Independent Party

Places: Louisiana, New Orleans, Baton Rouge

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