Election Reform Proposals (1980)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: News, Public Affairs
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1980-05-30
Duration: 00:09:16
Subjects: Louisiana Legislative Session, 1980 | Louisiana. Legislature | Politics | LEGISLATION | Electoral reform | Electoral fraud | VOTING MACHINES | Campaign Finance
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Fitzmorris, Jimmy Speaker
- Hudson, Tommy Interviewee
- Fowler, Jerry Interviewee
- Scott, Jock Speaker
- Dunn, Forrest Interviewee
- Bares, Allen Speaker
- Treen, Dave Interviewee
Description
This segment from the May 30, 1980, episode of “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features an in-depth report on election reform. This report touches on Governor Dave Treen’s proposal for the establishment of an Elections Integrity Commission, the possibility of purchasing new voting machines, and attempts to limit campaign contributions. Host: Beth George