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Vote no and protect your power

These amendments are a set of policies meant to undermine the power of Louisianans by providing less accountability, less equity, and less stability. Together we can stop them.

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Why oppose these amendments

Power is being taken away from Louisianans

The amendments shift power away from communities, reduce resources for public systems, and favor short-term gains over long-term stability. While they may sound reasonable, the real impact is less school funding, more political influence, and weaker protections for everyday systems. Voting NO helps protect fairness, stability, and accountability.

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Political interference in jobs

Amendment 1 gives lawmakers more control over which state jobs are protected and which are not. This weakens civil service protections designed to prevent political interference and ensure stability in government roles. It opens the door to more political influence over hiring and job security, which puts fairness and independence at risk.

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Fewer resources for public schools

Amendment 2 and Amendment 4 both put public school funding at risk. Creating a separate school system in St. George pulls resources away from the rest of the parish, while allowing business tax exemptions would reduce critical funding for classrooms across the state. Together, these changes deepen existing inequalities and leave many schools with less.

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Short-term fixes that undermine long-term stability

Amendment 3 promises pay raises for educators but pays for them by eliminating long-standing education funds. These funds support programs, resources, and investments that schools rely on year after year. This amendment sacrifices long-term stability for a short-term solution that puts students, educators, and the future of public education at risk.

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Tax breaks that shift burdens onto communities

Amendment 4 allows parishes to reduce or eliminate taxes on business inventory—a key source of funding for schools and local services. While businesses may benefit, communities would face budget gaps once the one-time state backfills run out. That means fewer resources for education, infrastructure, and public safety.

Fewer opportunities for fair representation

Amendment 5 raises the retirement age for judges, which would slow turnover on the bench. With fewer openings, there would be  fewer opportunities to elect new judges and expand representation, potentially reinforcing existing inequities in Louisiana’s court systems.

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