Gov. Edwin Edwards’ Ranch (1988)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Newsmagazine
Place Covered: Junction, Texas
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1988-02-26
Duration: 00:05:49
Subjects: Edwards, Edwin W.
Contributors:
- Lormand, Ken Host
- Courtney, Beth Reporter
- Edwards, Edwin Interviewee
Description
This segment from the February 26, 1988, episode of the series “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features Beth Courtney’s visit to Governor Edwin Edwards’ ranch in Junction, Texas, following his open invitation to the media as his third term winds down. During an interview, he discusses: his plans for the future; his regrets; his issues with the press; his empathy for the poor; and the state’s fiscal condition. Host: Ken Lormand