Jindal Uses Taxpayer-Funded Helicopter For Campaign-Style Events

Gov. Bobby Jindal (R-LA)
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Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal has used a state helicopter to visit at least 15 churches since March, spending about $45,000 of taxpayer money to visit his Protestant Christian base in far-flung corners of the state.

Jindal, who is Catholic, took the helicopter to church services almost every Sunday in May, June and July, according to records obtained by the Baton Rouge Advocate.

Jindal told the Advocate he tries to schedule meetings with local officials after the services. He also said he only visits the churches because they invite him.

“I’m completely just humbled and honored that I’m asked to come and worship with Louisianians across the state,” he said. “It’s important for the governor to get out of Baton Rouge.”

His office wouldn’t say how often he goes to Mass at his own church.

“I go as frequently as I can,” Jindal said.

Here’s video of Jindal speaking to a congregation last August, sounding a lot like he’s on the stump.

(H/T Think Progress)

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