In this episode of “Louisiana Unfiltered”, Kiran Chawla sits down with East Baton Rouge Parish mayor president Candidate, Democrat Ted James.  Ted James expresses frustration with the city's stagnation and emphasizes his commitment to economic development and retaining local talent.
He details strategies for improving public safety through collaboration among law enforcement and addressing community needs.  Ted James advocates for local government transparency and fairness in contracts, while aiming to unite the community across racial and social divides. He discusses infrastructure issues, including drainage, and highlights his vision for fostering small businesses.
Ted James concludes with an appeal to voters for transformative leadership and accountability. 

Timestamps
05:02 Ted James's Vision for Baton Rouge
08:00 Building Trust in Government
10:05 Addressing Corruption Concerns
16:10 The Importance of Collaboration
21:10 Tackling Crime in Baton Rouge
24:08 Strategies for Public Safety
28:35 Overcoming Challenges in Policing
32:09 The Role of Community in Safety
34:45 Revitalizing Downtown Baton Rouge
36:42 Critique of Current Administration
40:34 Infrastructure Improvements Needed
44:11 Addressing Drainage and Wastewater Issues
47:25 The Need for Financial Responsibility
49:48 Evaluating the Last Eight Years
53:49 The St. George Situation
56:58 Trust and Accountability in Leadership

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