by jtpvo | Jul 16, 2025 | Discussion
Wait… if the city gets its money from taxes, and they plan to raise revenue, doesn’t that mean they’re raising our taxes? Not always—but often, yes. And many times, it happens without using the words “tax increase.” Three Ways Cities Collect More From You Method What...
by jtpvo | Jul 8, 2025 | Discussion
By John Toups Citizen, Thibodaux Believer in Political Vigilance, and in Eternal Vigilance as Expressed by Our Founder, Thomas Jefferson “The price of liberty is eternal vigilance.” — Thomas Jefferson “We now live in a world where illusion is more real than reality,...
by John Toups | Oct 9, 2024 | Discussion
Thank you to everyone who attended the meeting, including our public officials. I apologize to those who could not get in nor have a seat. I did not expect 120-150 people to show up! I will be better prepared when we meet with the mayor who has agreed to meet with the...
by John Toups | Aug 21, 2024 | Discussion
In a conversation with a fellow citizen in our small town of Thibodaux, I brought up a recent hostage situation, expressing my concern. The response I received, though not surprising, reflected the times we live in. “I don’t want to hear another...
by John Toups | Aug 21, 2024 | Discussion
As Christians, we are witnessing an unprecedented attack on our values, faith, and way of life. The world around us seems to be embracing principles that stand in direct opposition to the teachings of the Bible. We are told to go along to get along, to accept...
by John Toups | Aug 21, 2024 | Discussion
Fear. It’s not something that just grips the big cities or the bustling suburbs anymore. No, fear has found its way into small-town America, places that were once the bedrock of community values, honesty, and trust. But lately, it feels like we’re afraid—afraid...
