Sen. Vitter Endorses Billy Nungesser

Sen. Vitter Endorses Billy Nungesser

Parish President Who Fought BP Seeks Lt. Gov. With Vitter Help

BATON ROUGE — Best known as “The Man Who Stood Up to BP,” Plaquemines Parish president Billy Nungesser has announced his candidacy for Lt. Governor in the Oct. 22 primary.  He is running against incumbent Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne.

Last Thursday, Nungesser’s candidacy got a big boost from Sen. David Vitter, who endorsed his candidacy.

At a news conference at Mike Anderson’s, Vitter said, “I know Billy is the right person for the job for three reasons.  First, he’s a fighter.  He’s been in the trenches fighting for the people through four hurricanes, through the BP oil spill, and through the moratorium against oil drilling.  I’ve seen him in small private meetings stand up to the President in support of the people of this state.  Second, Billy is the true conservative in this race and he represents the true conservative values.  He’s never supported tax increases and he won’t.  He’s 100 percent pro-life.  He’s not an imposter or a RINO in any way.  He represents our mainstream conservative values.  Third, he’s a proven business leader and job creator.  He took a great idea, started a business, and created 250 jobs.  He took that same vision to Plaquemines Parish, saving $15 million this year.  He’s reached out to private business and brought them to his parish.  I’m very proud to endorse and support Billy Nungesser as Lt. Governor.”

Nungesser said he is proud to have Vitter’s support.  He pledged to be someone who will fight everyday to create jobs for the people of Louisiana.


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