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Unsealed court records shed light on longtime Tangipahoa Parish politico's vote-buying scheme

Por: The Advocate Crime September 27, 2022

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Candidates who wanted to turn out votes in Tangipahoa Parish , a seasoned political operative who once served as mayor of the town of Roseland.Ruffino offered an insider's view of the community, a deep familiarity with its players and the ability to deliver results. He worked for candidates across the political spectrum, Democrats and Republicans alike. His client list included candidates in local races and some that were running for state... + full article



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