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Today on Louisiana Considered, we wrap up our conversations with the top candidates for East Baton Rouge Mayor-President with an interview with the current leader in the race, Ted James. Plus, we hear about early voting statistics in Louisiana.

Veteran attorney Lewis Unglesby comments on upcoming presidential election and Donald Trump's potential comeback. Managing principal of Brandt & Associates Jim Brandt speaks on several important items on the ballot. Mayoral candidate Steve Myers talks his campaign and candidacy amid tomorrow's election.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss the importance of voting in a conversation with one sheriff who won his initial election by a single vote. We also learn why an increasing number of Black voters are supporting the Republican party, and hear what voters can bring to the polls.

Political consultant Michael Beychok to reflect on the presidential election and also the mayoral runoff. President/CEO at Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge Jonathan Grimes is joined by Director of Marketing and Programming at Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts to discuss the latest with the Arts Council and also the upcoming event, "River City Jazz Master". For more information, visit, https://www.artsbr.org/river-city-jazz-masters.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get a final update on state, local and national elections before the polls close. Plus, political commentator James Carville joins us and gives his take on Harris and Trump’s presidential campaigns.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we recap last night’s election results throughout the state. We also take a look back at the 1878 Colfax tragedy to see what it can teach us about political violence today.

Insurance commissioner Tim Temple talks his trip to Bermuda in efforts to resolve the ongoing insurance crisis. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on the results of the recent election. Veteran jazz and blues radio host Zia Tammami remembers award winning producer Quincy Jones on the birthdays of trumpeter Al Hirt, and musician Johnny Rivers.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear why the insurance commissioner wants to revise building codes for properties on the state’s coastline. We also get an update on Landry’s special tax session and hear about a new opera coming to New Orleans.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear how the recent election will impact abortion rights. We also celebrate Veterans Day by exploring Black military history in the South, and learn how you can buy a bridge in Louisiana.

Assistant Director at East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks what's new at the library and also various upcoming events. Community activist Dr. Angelle Bradford is joined by LSU Shreveport professor Dr. Jeff Sadow to discuss the election results. The Advocate's Jan Risher speaks on her work, "The Q of the D", and also gives insight into what's going on throughout our community. Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana Shannon Abney talks the latest with the organization and the tax credit.