THE TRIAL OF EDWIN EDWARDS.

The author discusses the acquittal of Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards on charges of bribery, racketeering, and fraud. Edwards had allegedly bribed health care official John Landry to assist in obtaining permits to build hospitals and nursing homes. Edwards was prosecuted under the Racketeer-Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. Edwards suggests that John Volz, the U.S. attorney who prosecuted Edwards, switched political parties and prosecuted Edwards to ensure his reappointment.