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Pols On Parade: Louisiana Elected Officials Celebrate Mardi Gras
The masks can make it difficult to identify them, but many Louisiana elected officials take part in Carnival season – and are eager to.
February 20, 2023
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Pols on parade: Louisiana elected officials celebrate Mardi Gras
By: Greg LaRose - February 20, 2023 12:40 pm
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A Mardi Gras parade float on rolls on St. Charles Avenue (Photo courtesy of Canva)
The masks can make it difficult to identify them, but many Louisiana elected officials take part in Carnival season – and are eager to show it. In an election year, Mardi Gras parades provide an opportunity for candidates to get out in front of the public, albeit a possibly inebriated version of the electorate in many instances.
What follows is a social media recap of where our politicos made their rounds ahead of Fat Tuesday.
Sharon and I are kicking off Mardi Gras weekend in New Orleans at the Endymion ball! pic.twitter.com/EUtlLIXfRx
— Jeff Landry (@JeffLandry) February 19, 2023
Krewe of Choctaw Parade did not disappoint! Grateful for the buggy ride and opportunity to see all the Mardi Gras faithful who turned out despite the weather!! #latreasury #Choctaw #kreweofchoctaw #mardigras23 pic.twitter.com/nIlqI422fz
— John M. Schroder Louisiana State Treasurer (@LATreasury) February 13, 2023
It was a beautiful day to parade through Jean Lafitte!#lalege #lagov pic.twitter.com/AtKxdHzSGB
— Richard Nelson (@NelsonforLA) February 18, 2023
Great to see everyone out and about at the Livonia Mardi Gras parade in Pointe Coupee Parish today! We had so much fun showing off our Peanut float 🐘 in this beautiful weather — thanks to all who showed off their Carnival spirit.#LouisianaStrong #TeamNungesser pic.twitter.com/0nVujGMm0S
— Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser (@BillyNungesser) February 20, 2023
Thunder and I (Green Cape) in the Sparta parade. Hail Sparta! Thanks to Angel’s Grove Ranch for providing the great ride. @LouisianaHouse @louisianasenate #lalege #lagov #MardiGras2023 #SpartanSociety pic.twitter.com/i1wGebs2U8
— Joe Marino III (@RepJoeMarino) February 12, 2023
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My son JT and I are ready to ride in Bacchus tonight! Remember to have fun and stay safe! pic.twitter.com/rclx5UbDy7
— Jeff Landry (@JeffLandry) February 19, 2023
I enjoyed riding in the Belcher Mardi Gras parade with my grandchildren! I’m glad we were blessed with a beautiful day.#mccormick4la pic.twitter.com/71E83UoXaJ
— State Representative Danny McCormick (@McCormick4LA) February 13, 2023
Cankton, Louisiana! A remarkably beautiful day! Mardi Gras celebration! Traditional Chicken Run! Men on horseback! Colorful costumes! Gumbo cookoff! Fabulous event! Mayor and his wife were extraordinarily hospitable! pic.twitter.com/JkqNK8bpxJ
— Elbert Guillory (@ElbertGuillory) February 20, 2023
@jdcarrereVIDEO: Via Neutral Ground News on Instagram – New Orleans Mayor LaToya giving the one finger salute to Krewe of Tucks♬ original sound – JD CARRERE
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