In the latest episode of the LaPolitics Report Podcast, we have a wide-ranging conversation with state Rep.-elect Paul Sawyer that eventually lands on English surnames, the characters created by Mark Twain and the writing prowess of late President Ulysses S. Grant. Somewhere in between, we hear Sawyer discuss what it's like going from the staff level in the U.S. Congress to one of the newest mid-term members of the Louisiana Legislature. He discusses flood and crime policy; campaign culture in 2026; and what committees and bills interest him in the ongoing regular session. Plus, we start this episode with an audio blast from the past courtesy of Earl K. Long during what was his final campaign for elected office. Want to hear what Uncle Earl has to say about telling the truth? Then this is your episode!