Edwin Edwards’ Fundraiser (1981)
Louisiana: The State We're In
Details
Collection:LPB
Genre: Newsmagazine
Place Covered: Louisiana
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Educational Television Authority
Date Issued: 1981-06-26
Duration: 00:07:36
Subjects: Edwards, Edwin W. | Politics | Elections, 1983 | Louisiana gubernatorial election, 1983
Contributors:
- George, Beth Host
- Edwards, Edwin Interviewee
- Reggie, Edmund Speaker
Description
This segment from the June 26, 1981, episode of the series “Louisiana: The State We’re In” features Beth George’s report on former Governor Edwin Edwards’ fundraiser kicking off his 1983 gubernatorial campaign. Her report includes highlights of the speeches by Judge Edmund Reggie and Edwards. She also interviews Edwards.