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Lt. Gov. Nungesser On Mardi Gras And The Louisiana Tourism Industry

Patrick Madden
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Mardi Gras has finally arrived, and people all across Louisiana are celebrating — from Galliano to Shreveport and everywhere in between.

The weeks of revelry leading up to Fat Tuesday aren't just a good time — they're a major economic driver for the state. 

For this Mardi Gras edition of Capitol Access, Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser discusses the impact carnival season has on the Louisiana tourism industry.

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Paul Braun is WRKF's Capitol Access reporter.

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