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Even though U.S. cotton is confronted with "challenging times," particularly for gins and others in cotton's infrastructure, "our industry must maintain these programs and keep them strong if U.S. cotton is to survive," says Larry McClendon.
Speaking at the summer meeting of the Southern Cotton Ginners Association at Branson, Mo., the Marianna, Ark., producer/ginner urged association members to give the National Cotton Council "your full financial support and leadership in order to maintain a strong organization that can continue its work on behalf of all segments of the cotton industry."
The Council is "the only national organization that represents the interests of the U.S. raw cotton industry," said McClendon, who served as chairman of the Council in 2008, "and although finding a consensus between all segments of the industry can sometimes be difficult and frustrating, the Council has a remarkable rate of success" in providing leadership on issues critical to cotton.
"We need everyone's support to maintain a strong organization that will be able to continue its work in Washington on the farm bill and on important appropriations measures, in Geneva on World Trade Organization issues, and in foreign markets to find a home for over 75 percent of our production that now goes to exports."
Among key issues in which the Council is active, McClendon said, is the 2008 farm bill.
"There is still a lot of work to be done on finalizing the rules for this bill and the Council is working hard to insure it is implemented according to the intent of Congress.
"There have already been challenges to the farm bill during this year's congressional budget debate, including President Obama's proposed budget that would phase out direct payments over three years for many growers, eliminate storage credits, and reduce payment limits to $250,000. He also wants to cut the Market Access Program, which is of vital importance to cotton and many other crops in promoting our products in overseas markets."
The Council has been involved in a number of activities with the Budget and Appropriations Committee to insure that the farm bill remains intact, McClendon said. "Fortunately, to date, Congress has rejected calls for changes in the legislation."
After two years of debate and working to overcome two presidential vetoes, he noted, the Council played a key role in crafting a farm bill that contains almost all of the cotton provisions from the previous legislation.
"This includes our marketing loan, which was enhanced with additional competitiveness features; no limits on marketing loan gains and LDPs; retention of 98.5 percent of our target price; maintaining storage credits; and the inclusion of an economic assistance program for domestic textile mills."
From a producer perspective, the Council is usually judged by the outcome of each farm bill, McClendon said. "But, while farm bills are never 100 percent, without the Council we would have received much less in the most recent bill.
"In Washington, you're either at the table or on the table. If you're on the table, you will be sliced and diced. The Council is the vehicle that keeps the U.S. cotton industry at the table."
In addition to leadership in farm bill legislation and price support, an ever-increasing commitment of the Council is directed to regulatory, environmental and trade issues, he said.
"Having an active presence in the WTO agricultural negotiations in Geneva is of critical importance. The Council was in Geneva during the last WTO ministerial, when significant cuts in domestic support were being proposed and no real gains in market access would be realized. Council leaders pushed successfully for the U.S. negotiators not to agree to a bad deal, and thankfully, those negotiations ended with no agreement."
The WTO negotiations will resume sometime later this year, and he said, "The Council will be there again, representing the interests of U.S. cotton."
The Council also is continuing to monitor developments in the Brazil WTO case and is developing strategy for the expected announcement of an arbitration award and the unwanted attention that will bring to our program, McClendon said.
"One of the more important jobs of the Council each year is to make sure important cotton programs receive adequate funding in the federal appropriations process. An outstanding example has been the Council's work to maintain the federal cost-share funding for the boll weevil eradication program."
Mississippi recently announced that eradication has been achieved in that state, and other cotton belt states have either already achieved eradication or are well on the way to eliminating a pest that has cost the industry an estimated $15 billion in lost production and control expenses.
The Council is also working for federal funding for many other important programs, McClendon said, including funding for the Market Access Program and federal research programs such as those conducted by the cotton ginning laboratories.
Among key issues in Washington now, he noted, are those dealing with the environment.
"One of the hottest topics is climate change legislation. The Council is working closely with other agricultural organizations to caution Congress about the impact of this legislation on the cost of production. Even though the Council supported the agricultural amendments to the House bill, we issued a statement saying we could not support the legislation because of the higher costs to all cotton industry segments and the competitive disadvantage we would face in international markets.
"Make no mistake — climate change legislation comes with costs, and we, as producers, will pay."
A recent court decision could ultimately require producers to have permits to apply crop protection products, McClendon said, and "the Council is directly involved in seeking to overturn this ruling."
And he noted, other legislation is being introduced that would greatly expand the definition of "navigable waters" to "all waters" of the U.S. with regard to application of the Clean Water Act.
The Council's overseas arm, Cotton Council International, is continuing to play a critical role in promoting and developing new markets for U.S. cotton.
"CCI is a tremendous success story with their current programs," McClendon said, "and their work will become even more important as our industry becomes more dependent on export markets"
"To put this in perspective, in 1997 U.S. textile mills consumed 11.3 million bales and 7.5 million bales were exported; in 2008, U.S. textile mills used just 3.9 million bales and 11.5 million bales went into the export market.
"Keep in mind that we're competing for these foreign markets with other cotton-producing countries, so it is of critical importance that CCI is able to continue its work to build foreign markets and insure that U.S. cotton remains the fiber of preference in those markets."
In spite of a reduction in government support for U.S. cotton, other nations including China, India and Brazil have expanded support for their cotton within the past year, McClendon noted, "but they are not on the radar because of their developing nation status."
Overall, McClendon said, Mid-South gins "provide excellent support for the Council, and we consider our membership not just a necessary expense, but more importantly, a wise investment for our future."
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Pre-Owned 2017 Toyota Camry LE 4D Sedan FWD
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Chad Legnon
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Tim Bellow
Service Advisor
Hunter Landry
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Chad Legnon
Sales Consultant
Jan 28, 2020
Very informative , excellent service and very helpful staff
A very good company to do business with when purchasing a vehicle. Staff is very helpful and informative thanks for letting me purchase a vehicle here. Spent a good bit of time with me explaining the computer stuff in car, this was chad Lennon thank you.
Jan 14, 2020
Interesting Learning Experience
I found the purchase of my new 4 Runner to be unlike any other vehicle purchase I have made before, as it was one that had to be concluded in a few days. While my usual experience is one that is hectic and nerve wracking this one was smooth because of the seamless team approach that this dealership presented to serve me. It could have only been better if my note was lower.
Jan 08, 2020
Excellent - could not have been better.
We have been extremely pleased with the maintenance service we have received over the years at Ray Brandt. This is the first time we have purchased a car there. Our experience with Chad Legnon could not have been better. Also, Woody Gregoire was very thorough in explaining financing. No pressure - just answered all our questions and listened to us. We will certainly recommend Chad, Woody and Ray Brandt Toyota when the opportunity arises.
Dec 18, 2019
Chad was awesome. He was very knowledgeable and professional. He made my experience at Ray Brandt awesome. He truly cares for his job and he exemplifies professionalism.
Dec 11, 2019
Knowledgeble Staff
Chad was wonderful to work with. We appreciated the thorough explanation of the vehicle we were interested in. He made our buying process so much more satisfying than we could have imagined!
Dec 03, 2019
These guys make it possible here! The staff is well equipped and very compassionate. There is no other dealer for me! Great job guys! Everyone is also super supportive!
Nov 28, 2019
Great Buying Experience
Had a great experience buying my new Toyota at Ray Brandt with Lynnsey Lambert and Chad Legnon. Both were very patient with me, thoroughly answering all of my questions. Would highly recommend both of them. Thank you Chad and Lynssey!
Nov 08, 2019
Good workers
I had a great sales man Chad , Pretty cool guy and really friendly. I love my car and y'all are the best in town !
Oct 29, 2019
Excellent Service
Excellent Service and Customer Service from Mr. Hany, Mr. Chad, Mr. Ivan and Mr. Edwards, from the moment I arrived to the dealership up to the time of my departure. Even with the cashiers, smiling faces!
Oct 17, 2019
Keep doing a great job at this place! I will come in for sales and services vehicle needs. Thanks to Doug , Eric, Harold, Sheila, Tim Brandon!! You're the best!
Oct 16, 2019
Excellent Buying Experience
Completed purchasing a new vehicle in a couple of hours. Salesman was very helpful & knowledgeable. He answered all of my questions, helped me select the car I wanted and finished the process in record time. I got a reasonable price on my trade-in and overall a deal I couldn't say no to. This is the fourth vehicle I've purchased from Ray Brandt and I'll be buying Toyotas long into the future.
Oct 09, 2019
great Job
I had a very knowledgeable and friendly sales man and staff. Very good experience overall!! Would recommend this dealership to anyone looking to purchase aToyota product.
Oct 07, 2019
Very friendly staff!
Everyone was awesome and very knowledgable. Chad was an excellent salesman! I would definitely recommend Ray Brandt Toyota to anyone looking to buy another car!
Tim Bellow
Service Advisor
Feb 18, 2020
Went above and beyond. Came in with questions and...
Went above and beyond. Came in with questions and scheduling future service, car battery recognized to be dying while leaving. Had emergency replacement. Thank you.
Jan 28, 2020
Service with a smile
It 's always such a pleasant visit when I bring my car in for service.Tim Bellow is a very polite and pleasant young man. I am very much please with his service and overall service from everyone I come in contact with. .
Jan 27, 2020
I went in for service and as always the service...
I went in for service and as always the service department took care of me! Always fast and friendly service! Tim took care of me this visit and made sure my vehicle was taken care of!
Jan 23, 2020
Very friendly and courteous people. My oil change didn't...
Very friendly and courteous people. My oil change didn't take as long as they originally said it would, even though they were quite busy. Angela romain is the best sales lady there is!!! She pulled out all the stops to get me my dream suv! Tim bellow from service is awesome too. He has a very energetic, outgoing attitude. As for mike and woody I have no complaints either. They are all genuinely good people that try to help get you in the vehicle you want. Will definitely come back in the future
Jan 21, 2020
Is was in for a regular service visit. The guy checking...
Is was in for a regular service visit. The guy checking everyone in had a horrible attitude to say the least. I eventually got help from Tim who was great and thorough at his job duties.
Jan 09, 2020
pm's were needed
Tim was very helpful and knowledgeable! He was able to explain what was needed with my car and use my warranty to get done what was needed.
Jan 05, 2020
Great could not have been any better
I have always been treated with great service from my service rep Tim Bellow He is verry helpful and always makes sure my car iis always taken care of properly. Very honest in his job.
Dec 30, 2019
Tim Bellow is the best service advisor in the world!
Hi Ray Brandt Toyota, Tim Bellow is the best service advisor in the world! He is knowledgeable, friendly, right on point, and knows how to take care of his customers and our great Toyota's! We love Tim Bellow! Thank you so much! Ann Mentz
Dec 26, 2019
Great customer service
Mr. Bellow was courteous and professional. He provided an estimated time of completion and the service was completed in that time frame. He gave recommendations for future service.
Dec 23, 2019
Thank you!
Came in twice in 3 weeks with both my cars for my 5k service. The service was quick and accurate which was awesome. Tim was the person who helped me. He was great! Friendly and helpful. The woman who took my information (I dont remember her name, sorry) but she was also friendly and courteous. I live on the westbank and I drive to kenner just because they are the friendly toyota staff and seem to be the only ones who actually want to help when I do have an issue with my cars.
Dec 10, 2019
Very professional. Serviceman kept me informed and did a thorough job. Staff was very friendly. They got me in and out in no time. I would highly recommend this car dealership.
Nov 18, 2019
tired rotation
Nov 13, 2019
Ray Brandt
Getting my car serviced is a breeze at Ray Brandt Toyota. They explain everything ahead of time, and then they review it with you afterwards.
Nov 05, 2019
Tim is one of the best service representatives I have ever encountered, he truly makes my service requirements painless and seamless. He truly makes the company proud with his professionalism.
Nov 04, 2019
Awesome service
Service person was knowledgeable and very helpful in getting me in and out. The wait wasn't too long and the refreshments made the time past quick
Oct 31, 2019
Two visits to Service center
The low tire pressure warning light came on. Brought car in and within 30 minutes I was told a small nail was removed. It did not pierce the tube. About 1 hour after leaving service center, light came back on. Within 2 hours tire pressure was down to 10. Filled it up to 30 and went back to service center. About 2 1/2 hrs later I was called to say everything was fixed and tubed replace. The service advisor Tim was very helpful and apologized for missing the problem the first time. I agreed with him that sometimes mistakes happen. Hope it doesn't happen again. I'm glad my problem was relatively minor.
Oct 30, 2019
Very helpful
My service rep, Timothy Bellows, got me in and out in good time and pointed out that my flat tires were relatively new tires that could be saved. He was courteous, helpful and knowledgeable about my vehicle which I highly appreciated.
Oct 23, 2019
Great staff
My car needed service and I had to bring my kids to the appointment, it was quick and everyone was friendly. I enjoyed my time there and didn't feel like i was pressured to spend a lot of money on repairs
Oct 21, 2019
It's always a pleasure dealing with Timothy. Super nice guy! He is very helpful non getting the things serviced that are due. He stays on top of it .
Oct 21, 2019
clear explanation
The service person was very helpful and notified me about my tires getting near for replacement The length of waiting for my was very minimal
Oct 08, 2019
Customer Courteousness
I could NOT ask for a better dealership and service manager. My experience went very well. They get it right and people need dealerships for their cars to get it right. Thanks Toyota and thanks Tim!!
Oct 03, 2019
Flat tire
I had a tire and indicator light on and brought my car in. I was planning a weekend trip and didn't want to take a chance. Toyota discovered my battery life was low and repaired that as well. I'm very grateful they caught that before I had any more trouble!
Sep 18, 2019
needed minor repair to my rav4 after hitting curb
Tim (sorry dont know last name) was exceptional having my repairs made exceptionally quick he is a great asset for your service department. Sheila is my usual service dept. person, but Tim really came thru for me in this instance.
Sep 09, 2019
In for oil change
Got oil change. Service manager, Tim, is real good to work with. Tries his best to help you but is honest when he can't. Wish they could have honored a competitor's coupon on tires, but they couldn't.
Sep 05, 2019
Great customer service!
Tim was really nice and very welcoming. I didn't have an appointment but he was able to get me in and out in a reasonable amount of time. My schedule is all over the place so that was a big plus for me. I would definitely recommend toyota for service.
Aug 31, 2019
Great Service
Tim is an excellent service advisor. He is professional, friendly, and very thorough. The service to my vehicle was quick and Tim kept me updated every step of the way.
Aug 29, 2019
Tim is a AWESOME serivce advisor!
Everytime I bring my car in for service, Tim is always helpful, honest, professional & such great person to work and talk with to. My experience at the service department is always such a pleasure.
Aug 29, 2019
Great Experience
Service was fast and efficient. Tim was great even though he was "under the weather". Everything was explained to me and no surprises. I was made aware of an airbag recall that I hadn't been informed of yet. Will return for that service soon.
Aug 24, 2019
Oil change and tire rotation
The service I received was very professional, made me feel welcome , told me everything they was going to do. I always have a good. Visit very friendly environment. Always have snacks for your stay. I'm well please.
Aug 15, 2019
Helpful, friendly workers
Had contact with four workers. All were polite and helpful. Two apologized for my having to wait for only a few minutes. I waited for my car to be serviced, and the seating with television and donuts and coffee or juice , was certainly appreciated. My car service was done in less time then I was told it would take. All my dealings with Ray Brandt Toyota have been positive.
Aug 13, 2019
They were super nice and friendly. The service was quick. Never a bad experience coming here. I would most definitely recommend this dealership to anyone.
Aug 08, 2019
Always pleased with the service. Top notch! Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend. Thank you all for your service. Dependable and reliable service.
Aug 06, 2019
Great customer service.
Tim went above and beyond to get our car in and out quickly and efficiently. So professional and friendly. Very happy with our experience. Thanks
Aug 06, 2019
I don't have concerns when I go to Ray Brandt Toyota because it is where we first bought our vehicle and that is where we've always gone to have it serviced. I go mainly to just do routine upkeep; and so far it has done well with no major problems. It is a 2010, so it's getting up there. Feel like it will go quite a bit longer with the expert care and help that keeps me in the "know". A great company to buy from and a great company to keep your vehicle running.
Aug 06, 2019
Great experience
This is my second visit to this Toyota service dept. and both times have been a positive experience. . Tim was polite and informative. And I appreciated the recommendations on future service needed
Aug 06, 2019
Satisfied Customer!
Easy check-in process, not too long of a wait given the number of customers being serviced, service advisor thoroughly explained multi-point inspection and kept me updated on the status.
Aug 06, 2019
Helpful & Efficient
Excellent experience at Ray Brandt Toyota. They addressed my problem quickly and called as soon as it was ready. I pulled right in and was attended to expeditiously.
Jul 10, 2019
Mr. Bellow was very friendly and my service was fast. I love my Camry and would purchase again from Ray Brandt Toyota. The waiting area was clean and well kept.
Jul 09, 2019
A great visit.
I always receive professional quality work when I visit your dealership. Tim Bellow really works hard and definitely gets the job done. I will always return to your dealership.
Jun 29, 2019
I had my tires rotated and an oil change. As my a/c was not cooling I asked them to check it. They had to put in a new evaporator so they gave me a loaner which was very nice. It is great that that can happen in house now very convent.
Jun 14, 2019
The service at Ray Brandt Toyota was excellent. I was able to get an appointment exactly when I wanted it and Tim took really good care of me. Thanks!
Jun 11, 2019
Great service!
Great service advisor, Tim and great technician! Barry.did a very good job getting my car out in time for me to make a meeting.
Jun 08, 2019
Oil change
Completed in a timely manner. The location of the dealership makes it easier to get there. The people are friendly and Toyota makes a great product.
May 30, 2019
My seat belt and air bag lights were blinking. It was checked out quickly and accurately. Tim, Ray Brandt's employee, explained to me how it could have possibly been blanking.
May 27, 2019
Great Experience
The reason I am giving both Tim Bellow and Bradon Selva an excellent review is their service is very professional and they make sure your vehicle is up-to-par. They make sure your vehicle, not only pass inspection but goes beyond the inspection and finds any defects in the vehicle. If they find any defects in the vehicle they would take action and get it resolved, ASAP. They want to make sure its fix before going out on the road and the defect takes effect. I appreciate both of these guys taking care of the Toyota family.
May 14, 2019
Quick and efficient!
Always a pleasure dealing with Ray Brandt Toyota. Service dept had me in and out very quickly and Tim was a pleasure to deal with.
May 14, 2019
Oil Change
The visit took a little longer than expected. The representative Tim Bellow had a great disposition and was very helpful in addressing a seat issue.
May 13, 2019
Attention to detail. Great service!
I had a scheduled appt for routine service. I waited at dealer while my car was being serviced. Service seemed faster than usual and there were plenary of people waiting. Great job to all the crew!
May 06, 2019
Oil Change and Tire Rotation
Mr. Below was very friendly and the service was very fast. He was very informative by letting me know the next steps needed to be done to do another repair I was not ready to do that day.
Apr 08, 2019
Maintenance of my car
I brought my car in to obtain my 6 month maintenance. I saw Tim. When he checked my car he told me my problem was with the drive shaft & what it was going to cost to fix it. I then replied I had a warranty. He returned & said there wasn't anything in the computer. I told him I would return Monday to see Harold. I brought in my warranty records, he rechecked my car & found a leaky water pump & fixed my car. I paid $100 deductible. He even rented a car for me so I didn't have to wait. I'm glad Harold is employed there. He is an invaluable employee.
Mar 23, 2019
Excellent service not too long,courteous technician.
First of all I brought my car in early didn't have 10,000 miles on it. They kept sending me messages to bring it in so I took it in and the service guy said it doesn't need to be serviced yet. So then I came back home and I got two more calls from you saying I had to have a serviced so I set up another appointment and I came back. I think the guys name that handled my car was Tim And he was very knowledgeable and very courteous and I was very happy with the service. Sherry Lomasney
Mar 11, 2019
Excellent Customer Service!
The Service Center is open on Saturdays until 4:00 pm but stop accepting vehicles at 3:00 pm. I didn't know that and arrived at 3:40 pm for routine maintenance. Since I had driven all the way from Gentilly, Tim didn't want me to have wasted the trip and accepted my car. Thank you!
Mar 10, 2019
Excellent, couldn't have been better !
The staff at Ray Brandt Toyota were extremely polite, professional and treated me with respect. I found the prices to be extremely competitive but most importantly the follow up service was exceptional. Any dealership can sell you an automobile the good dealership is the one that is there for you after the sale and that's Ray Brandt!!
Feb 18, 2019
Fast and friendly service
I got fast and friendly service, good advice. And Tim went the extra mile in parking my car for me while I was wrapping up some work.
Feb 12, 2019
Customer service
the people at Ray Brandt Toyota are very friendly. They seem to do a good job but they never put my battery cover back on correctly. When I open my trunk the cover always seems to be misaligned. Other than that things seem to be great. Keep up the friendly customer service. Thanks
Jan 31, 2019
Great Job
Service was great. The price was fair. It was nice that they had donuts out for the customers and washed my car. Will return for future service.
Jan 30, 2019
Always a friendly place to go to and you get the best deals on a new car. I highly recommend everyone to go to Ray Brandt Toyota!
Jan 23, 2019
Friendly Service
No issues, always friendly and thorough information on what is happening. Remember things from prior visits and encourage resolving future issues proactively. Lounge area with TV, beverages and often snacks. Easy to schedule appointments.
Jan 23, 2019
Everything I come get my car service, Tim always take good care of me. There's always snacks for the customers which is a plus when having to wait around.
Jan 22, 2019
Extremely satisfied. Was told wait time would be between 1 to 1-1/2 hours. My vehicle was completed and I was out in 35 minutes. WOW Great Service
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Sales and Leasing Consultant
Feb 24, 2020
Absolutely the very best car buying experience...
Absolutely the very best car buying experience ever!!!!!! Our very first steps in the dealership until we were out the door,everybody at Ray Brandt was courteous and professional. Highly recommended this dealership!!!!
Dec 18, 2019
Good service
Excellent service will recommend others to this dealership. Hunter handle all issues and concerns with the vehicle and made it easy for the loan process.
Nov 29, 2019
Great service all around
Great service. Upset just saw they are giving away tv's this weekend with purchase of a new car. Missed it by a few days.
Nov 13, 2019
Great service!
Those that I worked with went out of their way to answer any and all questions from the start. From emails, texts, phone calls and in person to insure I got into a vehicle I was happy with.
Nov 07, 2019
Sales & Service Outstanding
Every bit of the transaction was exceptional. I dealt with Doug in Service and Hunter and Mike in sales .-no pressure and everyone was totally professional. Want to give you 10 stars not 5 !
Oct 30, 2019
Very pleased
I was very pleased with the service I received, the team was knowledgeable and was able to help me greatly in the purchase thank you
Oct 29, 2019
Excellent Service
Excellent Service and Customer Service from Mr. Hany, Mr. Chad, Mr. Ivan and Mr. Edwards, from the moment I arrived to the dealership up to the time of my departure. Even with the cashiers, smiling faces!
Oct 21, 2019
not detailed as promised
I give the dealership, sales and finance a 5 star rating, but because of the service I rated only a 3 star rating. After we purchased the car, it was suppose to have been detailed for us to pick up the following day....but it was not ready, so we had to wait an additional day before we could pick it up.. .....after picking the car up and in route home we noticed that the car was not wiped down, there was crumbs in all the crevices and the previous owner's dirty ear plugs in the side compartment in the door.and a lot of trash in the truck. It seemed all the service department did was change the oil and checked the tires. We had to return the car again to be cleaned and the only thing they did was vacuum the truck and removed the ear plugs......the car was still dusty and crumbs still in all the crevices so we washed and cleaned out the inside of the car ourselves.
Oct 20, 2019
Great customer service the communication about the progress of my new 2019 Tundra were great. My service man Doug is awesome he provides great guidance when the customer has questions.
Oct 17, 2019
Keep doing a great job at this place! I will come in for sales and services vehicle needs. Thanks to Doug , Eric, Harold, Sheila, Tim Brandon!! You're the best!
Oct 15, 2019
Trading the old for new!
I always bring my Toyota Camry to Shelia Leblanc for service. She is always knowledgeable and helpful. After she clearly explained all the things wrong with my 12 year old Toyota, my husband and I decided to buy a new car. Hunter Landry was our salesman. He was most courteous and helpful to our concerns! Since I wanted another Camry, he showed us several on the lot and even offered to locate another one somewhere else, if need be. We decided to purchase one on the lot. He explained many features of the car, as we test drove the vehicle. Hunter even helped us remove all of our items in our old car. It was a pleasure to work with him. Woody Gregoire handled my paperwork. He was very courteous. My old car was purchased at Ray Brandt, as this new car. I only got my old car serviced there, and only dealt with Shelia Leblanc. She is very honest and trustworthy. I will continue to use Shelia in the service department with my new Camry. *Always a satisfied customer at Ray Brandt Toyota!
Oct 06, 2019
We car purchase
Total experience was top notch. I was welcomed immediately and the focus was solely based on what I wanted and needed. All of my questions were answered and I was completely comfortable with my decision on a new car.
Oct 03, 2019
Routine maintenance and a low tire
Ever since I bought the car had Brandon take care of my service had no issues satisfied customerAnd highly recommend this dealership to all my friends and neighbors
Sep 08, 2019
A great experience for my first new car!!!!
I had a great experience purchasing my RAV4 2016! Thank you to Kerry Cella ,Hunter And Mr Mike for great service!!! Thank you Ray Brandt Toyota for making my first car purchase so easy !!!
Aug 06, 2019
Helpful & Efficient
Excellent experience at Ray Brandt Toyota. They addressed my problem quickly and called as soon as it was ready. I pulled right in and was attended to expeditiously.
Jul 29, 2019
Quick professional and painless
It is a professional atmosphere focused on customer satisfaction. The atmosphere is not so professional that it is stuffy to the point where you feel uncomfortable. They make you feel like old friends or family.
Jul 18, 2019
Wonderful service
I dreaded going to buy a car and kept putting it off until it was really necessary. However, my experience at Ray Brandt was so wonderful that I wish I had done it sooner. They listened to me, did not try to oversell me anything and made the process as quick and pleasant as possible. I highly recommend Ray Brandt if you're in the market for a car.
Jul 06, 2019
A fair deal!
The time with Hunter Landry and Mike Edwards went well. I bought the car back a few days ago, then l brought the car back re some questions. Hunter was busy with another customer, and Richard Ray helped me along with Lindsey, even though she was Not my salesperson. Richard and Lindsey were VERY helpful. Lindsey was extremely helpful even though she didn't know us! She was nice to work with and she resolved our questions re the electronics.
Apr 19, 2019
Great car
Great experience knowledgeable staff Also want to add and Hunter was very professional and knew how to answer any questions I had and he got me in the vehicle I wanna thank you
Mar 22, 2019
Great deals great people
Come see hunter and Mike they do what it takes to make there customers happy thanks for the new car! Come see them for a new car if you in the market!
Mar 13, 2019
Looking to buy a 2019 camry
I was looking to buy/lease a 2019 Camry that I saw on the Ray Brandt website, but the color was not available. Hunter let me test drive a Camry in another color and I loved it!!! Hunter worked with me by getting me the money I wanted for my trade in and ordering me the dark blue Camry that I wanted. The following day I was driving away in my beautiful 2019 Camry. Thanks!!😊
Mar 13, 2019
Satisfied customer!!
Go to Ray Brandt Toyota for your next purchase of a truck or car. Hassale free. They are willing to do what it takes to satisfy you and make a sale. Ask for Hunter and James . Great people to work with.
Mar 09, 2019
New 2019 tundra purchase
Hunter was friendly and new his vehicles well. Great during test drive and great overall buying experience. Garity was also pleasant and knowledgable. Thanks Paul
Mar 05, 2019
Professional and easy to talk too
10's across the board made my daughtets first vehicle buying experience just awesome thank uou from Mr. Brandt to Hunter in sales. Thank You.
Feb 12, 2019
Professional and Courteous staff.
Last week I was in the market for a quality used truck. I was eagerly greeted by Mr Michael Edwards sales mgr and Mr Hunter Landry sales associate. They were very courteous in accommodating my needs and made my purchase as easy as possible all the way through to financing with Woody Gregoria. This is the 3rd vehicle that I've purchased from this dealership and with a family of 7, I'm sure I'll be back. The service department is second to none with with a great staff that won my appreciation with over a decade of impeccable service! Specifically Erick Burgess! You can't appreciate these kind of quality individuals until you've experienced other dealerships ! Great job team! Keep up the good work! Sincerely, Paul K Metairie
Feb 04, 2019
New car
Friendly staff. Very helpful! Doug in the service department goes above and beyond to help with all of your car needs. Hunter tracked down the vehicle I found online and had it delivered that night.
Jan 30, 2019
Great price and service
We bought a 2018 Toyota Sienna here after being to a few other dealerships. We got the best deal with Ray Brandt. I highly recommend everyone to go to Ray Brandt, Great customer service goes a long way!
James McEwen
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Feb 20, 2020
I just want to say it was an ABSOLUTE PLEASURE working...
I just want to say it was an ABSOLUTE PLEASURE working with James Gibson and James McEwen. My situation took a slight unexpected turn but Mr. Gibson wouldn't allow me to leave the dealership until I was truly pleased with my purchase. Ray Brandt Toyota will always be my number #1 choice because of people like James Gibson and James McEwen-great teamwork guys!!!!!
Feb 12, 2020
What a great experience at RB Toyota! I came in by chance...
What a great experience at RB Toyota! I came in by chance to see what inventory they had on used Tacoma's and was greeted graciously by James. After showing me a couple models that were out of my price range, he took me to their satellite lot to look at one more option, and that happened to be the truck I'd been searching for. After working patiently to get my financing in order, they presented me with the keys and off I went. From start to finish, this was the best experience I could have hoped for when purchasing a new vehicle. I was impressed with every level of service that I encountered, and would recommend this dealership any day of the week to friends or family!
Jan 28, 2020
My experience was great from beginning to end and still...
My experience was great from beginning to end and still today . Kenner LA. Love this team. Great job all of you. Thanks thanks very much.
Jan 21, 2020
Everyone was very nice. Was really happy with the way the...
Everyone was very nice. Was really happy with the way the work a deal for me. Was very helpful even after the purchase. Look forward to going back again for me next vehicle.
Jan 09, 2020
James was great however the individual who he was working...
James was great however the individual who he was working with is too pushy and misleading. I believed him and now I have buyers remorse
Oct 21, 2019
Went to buy a new Toyota Tundra and everything was pretty easy. Gave me some good deals and made sure I had everything when I came in to finalize everything.
Oct 11, 2019
Great service
Salesman was courteous, professional, friendly, and very patient. I would recommend him to friends and family who desire to purchase a new or used vehicle.
Oct 03, 2019
Worked with James and Mike, personable, friendly and honest.
Our experience at Ray Brandt was one of a kind. From sales to finance everyone was very forthcoming, honest, friendly and personable. Definitely was a one of a kind experience. I highly recommend them when purchasing your next vehicle. They promised they would make it work and they surpassed.
Sep 27, 2019
Excellent Service
Wonderful experience at Ray Brandt Toyota. I couldn't have asked for a better sales representative to assist me with the new purchase of my 2019 Toyota Camry XSE. James went above and beyond to work an amazing deal to get me in the car I wanted. I highly recommend this place to anyone that is looking to purchase either new/used vehicle. The staff there are amazing!
Alex Mena
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Jan 28, 2020
The service was exceptional. The members went above and...
The service was exceptional. The members went above and beyond to find a vehicle that matched my expectation and wants! I would recommend others to this location for a purchase of either a new or used vehicle!
Jan 28, 2020
I am extremely grateful for the quality and professional...
I am extremely grateful for the quality and professional service that Ray Brandt Toyota has provided me through the years. Everyone has always done an great job. Thank you all so much. Keep up the great work.
Jan 02, 2020
Professional. Knowledgable. Pleasant
The salesman was courteous and knowledgeable. Informative on different trim lines and features. Sales manager stopped by during sale and adjusted trade in and discounts to allow us to get car we wanted. Finance manager informative and efficient. Sale was pleasant.
Dec 18, 2019
Ray Brandt Toyota on Veterans in Kenner got me the car I...
Ray Brandt Toyota on Veterans in Kenner got me the car I wanted. Alex Mena showed me lots of cars. But the Ford Focus he first showed me was the right vehicle for me. Alex knew. And he made the whole process smooth. Courteous service from all at Ray Brandt. Plus I got the right car at a reasonable price. Very satisfied.
Dec 03, 2019
These guys make it possible here! The staff is well equipped and very compassionate. There is no other dealer for me! Great job guys! Everyone is also super supportive!
Nov 14, 2019
Mr Harold is Wonderful
Mr Harold is Wonderful,He take good Care of me when I arrive, He always inform me of what needs to be done on my vehicle, Thank You Mr Harold
Oct 23, 2019
Great staff
My car needed service and I had to bring my kids to the appointment, it was quick and everyone was friendly. I enjoyed my time there and didn't feel like i was pressured to spend a lot of money on repairs
Oct 17, 2019
Keep doing a great job at this place! I will come in for sales and services vehicle needs. Thanks to Doug , Eric, Harold, Sheila, Tim Brandon!! You're the best!
Oct 15, 2019
New car experience
I have been a customer of Ray Brandt for many years and don't think that will change. Alex was great and didn't push, but explained the details of the car and answered all my questions. If I buy another car I would love to have Alex. Since I'm 84, this car will probably outlast me.
Oct 03, 2019
Reasonable negotiation of a good bottom line price is the primary reason for the purchase of our family's new Toyota RAV4 LE from Ray Brandt Toyota.
Oct 03, 2019
Quick and easy
Came in looking for a specific vehicle. Took me right to it. The advertised price was very fair to begin with. No need to negotiate and went straight to finance. Again, very easy and efficient process.
Aug 13, 2019
Love my New Car
Alex was great to work with it was an easy and process and they found the exact car I wanted. Alex was also easy to get in touch with.
Jul 22, 2019
Toyota Rav 2018 Purchased 7/16/19
Excellent, professional, knowledgeable. It was an easy purchase with the help of Alex Mena and Woody. Will recommend Brandt Toyota to all of my friends.
Jul 09, 2019
New Purchase
Excellent experience as usual. This will be the 4th vehicle that I've purchased from Ray Brandt Toyota. The courtesy and professionalism displayed by Fred Mena and Alex Mena are the reasons I continue to come back. The service team of Doug Montalbano exceeds expectations every time.
Jul 08, 2019
new rav4
Very pleasant experience. we appreciate the time our salesman spend with us. love the new Rav 4, needs to be detail clean. salesman said to bring it back to get it clean, it had road bugs in front. Thank you
Jun 25, 2019
Great Service
I experienced great service from the Ray Bradnt Toyota in Kenner, LA. I was treated kindly and fairly. Alex was awesome, and the entire Ray Brandt team who assisted in the entire process was collectively great. Kudos to you all.
Jun 13, 2019
Purchase of new vehicle
Very pleased with the customer service we received when searching for a new vehicle. From the looking stage all the way through the purchase, they were helpful. We wanted a particular color and package for the vehicle, and they found the one we wanted. We would recommend this dealership to everyone.
May 31, 2019
Unable to rate
I didn't have my car serviced, so I can't rate that department. I did find the process of purchasing a new car took a very long time 4 hours or more.
May 28, 2019
Because of the dedication and determination of my sales person James McEwen.and the sales manager Mike Edwards working the numbers and Woody Gregoire finding the monies from my last service contract I was rewarded with my new Rav 4 2019. I am what you call a Happy Camper.
May 22, 2019
Turn my horrible week into a great one. Mr. Doug help me with my damage vehicle that was total out. To Alex reaching out to me to place me in another 2019 Camry. And Mr. MIKE (financial dept) once again making sure my I was comfortable with finalizing my paper with the financial dept
May 07, 2019
Great experience!
The customer service and attention to detail was wonderful! Not like any other dealership I've been to. I would not hesitate to buy anotger vehicle here.
Apr 15, 2019
Experience was pleasant
Everyone was pleasant. Enjoyed our experience here. Mr Fred and Alex was very helpful. We were in a rush and they made us feel very comfortable with the purchase.
Mar 15, 2019
Transmission software adjustment (recall)
Erik was very pleasant and courteous. Service area was very clean and neat. Service completed very promptly and expeditiously. Cashiers were also efficient and courteous.
Feb 04, 2019
Awesome experience
Absolutely love my new 2019 Camry. Swift painless experience The sales and finance process with without a hitch and it all happened in a couple of hours
Feb 01, 2019
Awesome. Very easy to work with
Very nice and knowledgeable. Everyone was eager to help in any way they could. Every part of the progress was explained to me and even set me up with my first serivce for tire rotation and oil change. Would definitely do business here again.
Jan 21, 2019
Awesome experience!
Great service and awesome experience. Definitely would recommend this dealership. This is my 5th purchase with Toyota. Always quality service! Check this place out . I'm in love with my new Camry!
Jan 08, 2019
Very comfortable car buying
Big ole Pat Brown best dealer in town!!! What can I say very friendsly staff, made it quick and easy to ride home in my brand new Nissan Titan! Great price great financing! Don't forget that warranty!!!!
Jan 08, 2019
I applauded the 3 guys who helped me or us to buy the cars. Mr. Kevin La the Sales Rep is very courteous, friendly, and knows the concepts of the car. Mr Mena is very helpful every time I have question to Kevin. Finance officer Mike Elmadha is very good doing his paper works. His is very knowledgeable and his good asking us question. 3 good employees and I am lucky that day to have them fast and easy. Good teamwork👍
Jan 02, 2019
Toyota Camry
Good experience. Friendly staff. Clean facilities. Took a little too long to complete the purchase after agreeing on a price. Offered us a free trial of XM, but the car was not XM capable (only real disappointment). Got a fair price. Probably could've waited a day or two and got a better deal.
Dec 31, 2018
Everyone was extremely friendly and helpful. I am a returning customer and will do so again when I am ready to purchase another vehicle. I will recommend Ray Brandy Toyota to anyone looking for a vehicle.
Dec 31, 2018
A Wonderful Experience
Alex Mena was very knowledgeable about the vehicle I wanted to purchase. He took his his time and explained everything throughly. I felt he went above and beyond his regular duties. Thank you Alex for making this a wonderful experience.
Dec 07, 2018
New Car
Extremely friendly and helpful. Made purchasing a new car a pleasurable experience. I would recommend this dealership to my friends and family without hesitation. And... We love our ne Toyota.
Dec 04, 2018
Awesome experience!
Wonderful experience at Ray Brandt Toyota! Alex Mena, my salesperson, was extremely knowledgeable abput my new Camry! He was bery helpful and explained everything to me. He also made sure that I had the resources in case I had any questions or concerns! Alex is an asset to rhe company!
Nov 30, 2018
Hubby's Truck
My experience was great. The sales person was super nice and friendly. His attention to me and my personal needs met all of my expectations
Angela Romain
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Jan 28, 2020
The service was exceptional. The members went above and...
The service was exceptional. The members went above and beyond to find a vehicle that matched my expectation and wants! I would recommend others to this location for a purchase of either a new or used vehicle!
Jan 23, 2020
Very friendly and courteous people. My oil change didn't...
Very friendly and courteous people. My oil change didn't take as long as they originally said it would, even though they were quite busy. Angela romain is the best sales lady there is!!! She pulled out all the stops to get me my dream suv! Tim bellow from service is awesome too. He has a very energetic, outgoing attitude. As for mike and woody I have no complaints either. They are all genuinely good people that try to help get you in the vehicle you want. Will definitely come back in the future
Dec 23, 2019
Great customer service
The Ray Brandt Service Team is courteous and prompt. They are knowledgable. They are great with same day service, and the waiting area is clean and comfortable.
Nov 02, 2019
New car
The service was excellent. Have never gone to a dealership where they give you a class after you buy your car everything was on point. Angela Romain was an excellent salesperson and helping me understand everything about the car I truly thank her.
Oct 17, 2019
Keep doing a great job at this place! I will come in for sales and services vehicle needs. Thanks to Doug , Eric, Harold, Sheila, Tim Brandon!! You're the best!
Oct 15, 2019
Great easy
Easy process Sales Angie did a wonderful job on everything. I felt good when we left. Love the car we picked out. Could not get a better deal else where,we shopped else where, don't like the strong arm. None of that at Ray Brandt.
Oct 07, 2019
Excellent Online Shopping Experience
I worked with the dealership through emails to determine availability and pricing of a RAV4 XLE Hybrid. We pretty much made the deal online and I just went in and picked up the car.
Aug 26, 2019
Buying a new car. The dealers were friendly
and not pushy. The sales manager was tough but fair. The explanation of the car and the initial set up was thorough and clear and not done in a hurry
Aug 02, 2019
Buying experience
Angela Romain was a breath of fresh air. She listens to the customer and responds. I am a difficult person to deal with when I go to a dealership, but Angela made my experience at Ray Brandt Toyota a very pleasant one. She is very competent and acts in a professional manner. Her word is her bond. She knew what I wanted and delivered the price I wanted to pay. I told her I would not negotiate. I wanted a certain price and told her if she could not meet the price, i was leaving. She worked with her boss and delivered the car that I wanted at a price I could accept. My wife was with me when we met with Angela and she also was impressed by her. My wife liked the demeanor of Angela and felt she was like a friend to her. Garity Wolfe was also a breath of fresh air explaining the warranties and services offered by the dealership. She is an asset to the dealership. Thanks to both of your employees. John & Judy Bothman
Jul 25, 2019
Bought New Vehicle
I had a good experience buying my new truck with Angela and the team! They were very professional, friendly, and easy to work with. I would recommend working with this dealership.
Jul 22, 2019
Jul 10, 2019
Team Work Made Purchase Enjoyable
Mr Woody made the process one we never had & we truly enjoy how he cared for us Mr Brad, James and Ms Angela were Excellent
Jun 21, 2019
If your interested in a Toyota See Angela !
I have delt with many car salespeople, I was so impressed by her that I found it necessary to write this review. If you want someone who is patient caring and professional she is for you. She helped me make my birthday wish come true. THANK YOU ANGELA
Jun 20, 2019
Slow and lacking communication
I stood in service department for several minutes before anyone actually acknowledged me. I walked up to cashier thinking maybe I need to check in there first. Tech forgot to reset service light and it set off a warning for service. I don't have time to go back there so I figured out how to do myself. Previous visit to replace broken window was a disaster. Tech didn't properly connect door handle couldn't open door from inside. They were supposed to replace tail light lenses and that wasn't done. Had to return for that to be done. Come on folks I hope this car stands up to Toyota reputation and we are just on a rough start. This is my first foreign car please don't let me down. All minor mistakes by service department would be nice if I could just drop off car in morning then Uber to work. I start at 6:30 am. Don't always have time to stop in the middle of my day for service.
Jun 06, 2019
Agony Averted
I procrastinated buying a new Toyota because of my perceived painful car buying process. My initial visit consisted of gathering information and test driving a RAV4. My second visit was four days later and I bought one. I was extremely pleased with the knowledgeable and friendly staff. The hands-on tutorial by the sales staff was amazing. It turned out to be a very pleasant experience.
May 31, 2019
May 28, 2019
Great Experience buying a Highlander
I was very pleased with the customer service I received. Angela called me and we set up an appointment but her father had to have surgery so Patrick took me on the test drive in the car. They showed me exactly what I asked for and did not hassle me about buying it. They gave me the terms for the lease quickly and explained everything to me. Patrick even delivered the car and paperwork to me. Angela followed up and offered assistance with figuring out how to work everything on the car. I am extremely pleased. One of the best experiences I ever had buying/leasing a vehicle. When my lease is up I'll be back! I have my husband (who has only owned GM vehicles) interested in a Toyota! Thanks for your professionalism and courtesy. I was treated with respect by everyone at the dealer and as a woman, I can tell you that doesn't always happen. Thanks!
May 23, 2019
While receiving service on my vehicle the way I was approached by Mrs Angela , I was very comfortable and didn't feel pressured with her business tactics...
May 04, 2019
I recommend everyone to go to Ray Brandt Toyota. They're very friendly and make you feel good about when you are purchasing a vehicle.
Mar 25, 2019
Taco TRDOR
Got what I wanted. I was looking for a very specific truck with very specific parameters, and the dealership team was happy to accommodate my desires.
Mar 18, 2019
Excellent Service
I arrived a few minutes early and they took me right in. Car was ready to go in less than 40 minutes. Can't ask for more than that.
Feb 11, 2019
First New Car Service
I was bringing my new Rav4 for it's first scheduled checkup. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. My vehicle was done quicker than I had expected. It was a great experience for my first time bringing my new Rav4.
Feb 05, 2019
Awesome and Professional
The staff is amazing and work hard to make Customers feel at ease. Angela Romaine went the EXTRA mile to make sure I was completely satisified and understood everything. Her time with me was all about my comfort in making the best decision for me. Never pushy or aggresive and never made me feel like "I wish you would make a decision lady". She made sure I was taken care of even after the sale by giving me MUCH NEEDED after classes.
Jan 11, 2019
Very hospitable staff
The dealership is a very clean and hospitable place. It makes visiting the service department a welcoming experience. I been knowing a couple guys working there for years and it's always a pleasant experience to see they're still there. I will continue to bring my vehicle there as long as the cost is affordable and the maintenance is really necessary.
Jan 11, 2019
Very good experience
Took time to answer all questions and concerns. Very friendly. Good experience all around. Was met when we pulled up to showroom and greeted by Angie.
Dec 31, 2018
Always excellent service from Brandon Silva
Brandon Is always at the top of his game. Harold is also at the top of his game. Very friendly people, excellent work. Professionalism. Unparalleled
Dec 13, 2018
Dropped off car and was called that it was done in 1 1/2 hours. Was fast, I should have just waited. Nest time I will.
Dec 12, 2018
Purchased a Sienna with 569 miles
I was charged $450 to check out a Sienna with 569 miles????? I only have a two and one half year warranty on a vehicle with 569 miles, they told me it was put in service in July. I bought a Buick from Crown with miles and I still received a three-year warranty. I did not know any of this until I was in the finance office and my old car had already been signed over to the dealership
Dec 12, 2018
Great experience
Angela was awesome. She answered all of my questions and was super friendly. I would recommend seeing her when you visit. Thanks so much everything!
Dec 11, 2018
Angie was through, knowledgeable and helpful going above and beyond what I could have expected. I will recommend her to all my friends especially my lady friends who have experienced dismissiveness when shopping and planning on purchasing alone.
Dec 08, 2018
Angie and James were professionals and very friendly when I bought the new car. Also, Eric is giving me an excellent service when I bring my cars to the shop. I always ask for him.
Dec 03, 2018
Upon arriving to the dealership my sales person walked out and greeted me as soon as I open my vehicle door. Not only did she deliver great customer service, she was extremely experience on my car of purchase (Camry). She was very friendly, the sales manager came speak to me and gave me a wonderful deal I couldn't refuse. Overall I want to say thanks on my recent purchase of my 2019 Camry... It is a awesome vehicle and I love it!!!! Super high reviews on the staff, the sales team, management and the deal closer!!! A++++++
Hany El-Desoky
Sales and Leasing Consultant
Feb 17, 2020
Ray Brandt Toyota was a great experience for me. I had...
Ray Brandt Toyota was a great experience for me. I had previously talked to the salesperson prior to going, but I think that even if I hadn't my experience would have still been great. I mentioned the specific vehicle I was looking for, took it for a test drive, was given so knowledge about the vehicle, and not long after that I was signing the paperwork to my 2020 Toyota Tacoma. I highly recommend Ray Brandt Toyota to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle. You will not be disappointed.
Jan 22, 2020
Very Happy With My New Truck!
Lease deal was very good but when they offered me more for my trade then I was expecting I was sold. I will be back in 2 years for new one!
Jan 21, 2020
Synopsis of purchase
Good experience dealing with salesman and finance manager. Very friendly and knowledgeable, professional. Refreshments were a perk.will recommend if opportunity arises for any future sales or service.
Jan 13, 2020
Straight forward, fast and helpfully. Sales man and...
Straight forward, fast and helpfully. Sales man and finance guys very good at doing their jobs. Have big selection of cars and varies certified cars
Jan 03, 2020
Easy Transaction
I have to give 5 stars because I got a good price and got my car after two visits. I wish they had been a bit more transparent about stock inventory and not had me deal so much but I got the car I wanted. Hany helped me on the first visit and ensured he was with us on the second visit.
Dec 18, 2019
Hany is one of the best sales reps that I've ever met !
Hany, is one of the best and most patient sales people that I have ever met. He is a jewel in the crown of Ray Bryant Toyota! I would definitely recommend Hany to all of my friends and family !


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As I understand it, the definition of sin is not following God's will.
If god wills something, can it possibly NOT come to pass, if he is all powerful? Or, if your will can be thwarted, can you really be considered all powerful?
Makes the concept of 'sin' sorta murky, if you ask me...
It depends if we're talking about the Creator God, if there is such a thing, or God's love. If sin means acting against God's love, then it makes sense.
Actually, Claire, check Gen 18, where Abraham convinces god to change his criteria several times.
It's not following God's precepts, is it not? If God wills something, a Christian would say, it cannot but come to pass. By not willing specific human choices, he gives us free will.
Of course, though, free will seems contrary to what science teaches us, which is that everything has a cause, at least on the level of reality above the quantum level. Below this level, randomness seems to prevail, but it doesn't seem a randomized behavior is any more "free" than a determined one since then one's behavior is determined by something random.
If you ask me, it comes down to how you define "free will".
Attempted proof by redefinition. And it will likely turn out to be a rather watered down and disappointing thing once that is done.
Probably. I'm not trying to prove anything though. It's true that we're biological machines built by natural selection which can only operate in certain ways, but within that, it seems obvious that we have a certain freedom of choice at any given moment, depending on the circumstances. Of course, we can work to increase this freedom of choice by psychological, spiritual, social, material and other means.
As far as God goes - it's like asking, is love all-powerful? Of course not. But if we act according to it, we win, and if we act against it, we lose. That's how we've been programmed, and if it means that occasionally we throw ourselves on a grenade - then that's just the extreme logical conclusion of a group-oriented survival mechanism.
Can will be called, free, if there's a reward/punishment system in place regarding the use of it?
You could say that if we're prepared to take the consequences then we're free to act. But if we genuinely believe that we could burn in hell for all eternity, that's not much of a choice.
And yet people make very hard choices. Think about the person jumping out of a Trade Towers window on 9/11, choosing a few very exciting but horrific seconds of life in free fall to certain death vs. burning to death in flames.
Now, if that's actually a "choice" at all is an open question,.
Actually, the free-fall might be fun until that messy part there at the end, and a worthy last experience. The secret to not burning to death lies in inhaling as much smoke as possible and dying from smoke inhalation, which, though likely unpleasant, would have to be preferable to being barbecued.


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AUSTIN (AP) - Texas school districts are racking up escalating taxpayer debt to build new classrooms and buy equipment, the state's Republican comptroller said Thursday, as a trial gets under way on how the state funds public schools after slashing spending by $5.4 billion.
School district debt rose 155 percent in the past decade to $63.6 billion in 2011, Comptroller Susan Combs said in a report. Voters have approved that spending in increasingly frequent local bond elections that generally attract low turnout.
Combs' report highlights examples of questionable spending, although she said the report's intent is transparency not criticism. Nonetheless, it has political undertones: Combs, the state's chief accountant, is widely considered a potential 2014 candidate for lieutenant governor, and the report is her third this year about local government debt - an issue gaining steam among tea party groups.
It also comes at a sensitive time for school districts: more than 600 took the state to court this week claiming the school finance system is so broken that students aren't being adequately educated.
After school administrators saw lawmakers slash their budgets and force layoffs last year, Combs said they shouldn't see the report as a message that they're now spending too much.
"There are some wonderful examples in here of school districts doing a wonderful job. Those are best practices," Combs said. "I'm not trying to ding anybody up."
The school-funding trial in Austin involves six lawsuits filed on behalf of school districts that, when taken together, educate about 75 percent of the state's 5 million students. At issue is the amount of state funding and the formulas used to decide how that money - which is largely used to cover payrolls - is divvied up between rich and poor districts.
When it comes to building new schools or purchasing buses, school districts use bond packages ratified in local elections. More than 80 percent of the state's 1,024 school districts are carrying outstanding debt from those bonds, according to the report.
Payroll and operating costs eat up most school district budgets. Even with the rise in debt, paying for it accounted for less than 10 percent of expenditures in the 2010-11 school year, the report stated.
But it's the speed at which the debt has piled up that concerns Combs. Her report stops short of directly criticizing how any one school district spends its money but highlights new school constructions that carried heftier price tags.
Just outside San Antonio, the $38 million Corbett Junior High School cost 60 percent more per square foot than other middle schools surveyed by the comptroller's office. In suburban Houston, meanwhile, the $18.9 million Kahla Middle School was built using cookie-cutter designs applied across the Cypress-Fairbanks school district.
Combs' report recommends other school districts follow Cypress-Fairbanks' lead of using architectural prototypes. She also renewed her call that ballots in the polling booth break down for voters how the debt load would rise if a proposal passes.
She said the report was driven by feedback she received at 40 town hall meetings across the state. The message from those, she said, was that taxpayers were frustrated with their inability to control federal and state spending.
"The only place they have any possibility of managing their exposure is at the local level," Combs said. "They've asked me to provide this information."
The school-finance trial continued Thursday and is expected to extend into January.
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Wellness Center
The first floor of the Wellness Center is comprised of an 8,000 sq. ft. weight room and has state-of-the-art equipment including a cardiovascular theatre, free weights and selectorized exercise equipment.
The cardiovascular theatre is an exercise entertainment system that enables each participant, using a regular set of headphones, to listen to any one of a multitude of different audiovisual components, television, radio, tape player, or CD player, while exercising on any piece of cardiovascular fitness equipment. This includes eight large televisions, eight CD and FM radio players for our students.
The second floor consists of a large aerobic room; which can be divided into two areas, a conference room, general offices and a wellness office for consultations and assessments.


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Thanks to the '55 Mod team for their test support and especially to Stefan Roess for hosting the website.
BTW, Stefan has cooked up a nice surprise for everyone too.
What Is It?:
The Night Patch changes the sky from day to night then back to day in order to simulate a 12 or 24 hour race during any length GPL race. It works during qualification and race for all mods, all country .exes, and the D3D7v2 and OpenGLv2 rasterizers.
Its most obvious use is to simulate 1967 Sports Car races that ran at night; however, there is nothing wrong with using it elsewhere such as a 1965 F1 race at Monaco or a 1971 CanAm race at Road America.
How Does It Work?:
The Night Patch uses GPL's Fog Effect which, before now, could only apply a fixed density, gray colored fog throughout qualification and race. This patch not only changes the visibility, but also the fog color to simulate day (light blue), sunset (pink), night (black), and sunrise (light yellow). Normally, the fog's density and color are constant as set in the track.ini file, but the Night Patch automatically and continuously changes the density and color on-the-fly and track.ini file settings aren't needed.
See the separate Fog Effects Notes file for a history of the Fog Effect in GPL and more techie stuff.
How Do You Use It?:
See this link to my website which contains the link to download the Night Patch and how to add patches:
I place the Night patch in one of the Options directories to make it easy to turn on and off with GEM+'s checkbox.
Important--the patch only works with v2 rasterizers!
What Should You Expect To See?:
The Night Patch continuously adjusts the Fog Effect during qualification or race. It uses an "event time" which is the actual time for a qualification period or an estimated time for a race. Here is the change schedule:
1. Day Color: Begins at qualification and race start.
2. Day Color To Sunset Color: Begins at 33% of the event time. Lasts for 60 seconds.
3. Night Fade In: Begins as soon as the day to sunset color change is complete. Lasts for 60 seconds.
4. Night Fade Out To Sunrise Color: Begins at 67% of the event time. Lasts for 60 seconds.
5. Sunrise Color To Day Color: Begins as soon as the night fade out is complete. Lasts for 60 seconds.
6. Day Color: Begins as soon as the sunrise to day color change is complete. Lasts until the end.
Day to sunset color change and night fade in beginnings are adjusted for longer qualification periods, but the fades and transition durations are fixed at 60 seconds in order for the patch to work during short Novice races.
As an example, assume you are doing a Pro-Short qualification which lasts for 30 minutes.
1. Qualification Start: Day color.
2. 20 Minutes Remaining: Day color to sunset color transition begins.
3. 19 Minutes Remaining: Sunset color to night fade in begins.
4. 18 Minutes Remaining: Night begins.
5. 10 Minutes Remaining: Night fade out to sunrise color begins.
6. 9 Minutes Remaining: Sunrise color to day color transition begins.
7. 8 Minutes Remaining: Day color begins.
For the race, a similar schedule is followed, but the race time is estimated by using the track length and number of laps. As an example, if you were doing a 100 lap race, the day to sunset color transition would begin about lap number 33. The night fade out to sunrise color would begin about lap number 67 so you would drive 34 laps at night. Note that these lap numbers aren't exact as they are based on the race time estimate.
The patch works during replays. All the replay buttons such as fast forward, pause, .etc, and the time slider work normally and the Fog Effect is automatically updated. If your replay includes qualification and race segments, the patch will automatically recompute the event time accordingly and display the corrected Fog Effect based on the new event time and current elapsed time. You can use a saved replay as well as the normal qualification/race replay screen.
Other Notes:
1. It does not work during training. Training has no time limit so there is nothing on which to base fog changes.
2. If you enter and exit your car or use the replay time change features, elapsed time and the fog display may no longer be in real time. Press the "Live Feed" button to synchronize the display. This is not a bug with the patch, but is a feature of GPL.
3. To minimize possible frame rate degradation, fog changes are purposely limited to twice per second. This may create a slight flickering effect when the fog is most dense.
4. The patch was tested online and all players see the same Fog Effect at the same time even if they join the server at different times.
5. The Fog Effect is always active so it may partially obscure the horizon at some tracks even during the day. Some tracks have a distant horizon which makes them more susceptible to the effect. Tracks with closer horizons, such as Monaco, are not obscured very much.
6. Don't use the Night Patch at the same time as the Weather Patch as they conflict with each other.
Bugs: The patch was extensively tested and has one known issue:
1. It does not work for the Grand Prix race length which has two qualifying sessions. It works fine for all other race lengths.
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Opportunity for Board Certified Dermatologist PT/FT for Dermatology office.
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Welcome to All Island Dermatology, Plastic Surgery and Laser Center, a full service skin-care center. Our story started in 1995 when Dr. Joseph Onorato opened his practice as a solo practitioner at our current Garden City office site. And since 1995 our practice has been rooted firmly around the simple premise of delivering exceptional care to our patients. That exceptional care is personified through our providers who share an uncommon commitment to hard work and excellence.
Our practitioners are all "board certified" and collectively are currently on staff or have served at Columbia University Medical Center, NYU Medical Center, Maimonides Medical Center, St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital, North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System, St. Francis Hospital, Franklin Hospital Medical Center, South Nassau Communities Hospital and Winthrop University Hospital.
Over the years we have dedicated ourselves to providing the skin care services our patients require. In 2001 we began offering on-site MOHS surgery treatments to our patients. We constructed an in-house MOHS laboratory and expanded our staff to include a fellowship-trained surgeon who specializes in MOHS Micrographic Surgery. MOHS surgery is an advanced procedure for treatment of skin cancer and offers the highest cure rate, while minimizing damages to surrounding healthy tissue.
In 2008 we built our on-site dermatopathology laboratory so our own Dermatopathologist could read and analyze biopsies right in our own building. This eliminated the need to send biopsies to an outside lab for analysis, thereby reducing wait time for our patients and ensuring the biopsies were safe on premises. Most importantly, our on-staff Dermatopathologist is available to consult with patients on the evaluation of their biopsies.
We recently added a renowned Plastic Surgeon to our team. Now we can offer our patients a more complete dermatologic and cosmetic repertoire. For your safety, convenience and comfort we also added an in-house surgical suite which has earned the distinction of being certified by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities, Inc. (AAAASF.) We are proud of this recognition as the mission of AAAASF is to develop and implement standards of excellence to ensure the highest quality of patient care through a stringent accreditation program.
You have Dr. Onorato's personal commitment that All Island Dermatology, Plastic and Laser Center will continue to strive to add new products, services and technology to help us maintain our leading edge in skin health, wellness and cosmetic enhancement, and provide you with the best skin care available. Our focus will continue to be on delivering exceptional care.
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Help:Copying and Pasting into a Wiki Page
Quick Reference:
- Copy = CTRL C
- Paste = CTRL V
- Cut = CTRL X
What is "Copy and Paste?"
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Copy and Paste is the ability to select and copy text from one location, and insert it into another location. It is possible to "Copy and Paste" text from PDFs, Internet pages, and document files into the FamilySearch Research Wiki, however, not all of the formatting will be included when copying and pasting between different computer program files. Special instructions are available if you want to copy and paste text from a spreadsheet, such as an Excel document. Pertaining to the Wiki, copying and pasting usually means to copy information from one location or file, and pasting it, or adding it into the editing window of a Wiki page.
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Before you copy and paste, first know what text you want to copy, and where you want to paste, or add it.
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1. Log in to the FamilySearch Research Wiki.
2. Navigate to the page you want to paste text into. This may be done by searching for the page title in the "Search" box.
3. Click the Edit button found in the page navigation box at the right or at the top of each section inside of a page. This will open the editing window.
4. Locate the toolbar at the top of the editing window. If your toolbar looks like the image below, continue to step 5. If not, skip to step 8.
5. Before pasting, you must highlight and copy the text you want to paste. To do this, locate the text you want to copy.
- Copy text from a file: If the text is in a file on your computer, you must locate and open that file. The Internet and other programs can be open at the same time. To switch between the different programs, locate the icons on the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
- Copy text from online: If the text is online, you must go to the page where the text is located. You may open more than one instance of an Internet browser to do this. Switch between them by clicking the browser icons on your taskbar. If you are using Firefox or Internet Exporer 7 or higher, you may simply open a new tab to do this.
Once you have the file or page open you want to copy from, use your mouse to position your cursor to the left of the text. While holding down the left button on your mouse, drag the cursor to the end of the text you want to copy, and release the left mouse button. Do not click either mouse button before proceeding to the next step or the text you have highlighted will be deselected!
- Option 1: Without clicking either mouse button, position the cursor over the highlighted text. Now right-click with your mouse and a pop-up with a list of options will appear. In this list, left-click the word Copy. Although you will not see any visible change, the text will be "copied."
- Option 2: Without clicking either mouse button, locate the "CTRL" key on your keyboard. While holding down the "CTRL" key, tap the "C" key on your keyboard. Although you will not see any visible change, the text will be "copied."
6. If you attempt to "paste" in the editor window, a new window will pop up, prompting you to paste into that window. This works fine, but may be confusing for some users, because you first have to LEFT-click with your mouse in the window, and then paste, or while holding down the "CTRL" key, tap the "V" key on your keyboard. Instead, to save time, click on the Wikitext button located in the upper left-hand corner of the editing toolbar, highlighted below. When you click on the Wikitext button, most of the icons on the toolbar will turn to a grey color (which indicates they are inactive, or cannot be used in "Wikitext" mode).
The Wikitext view may seem a little scary at first because the text looks unusual, but it allows you to paste large amounts of text in one easy step. After clicking on Wikitext, hold down the "CTRL" key and at the same time tap the "V" key.
NOTE: Modern Web browser software has security settings that often disallow users from cutting, copying, and pasting text into a wiki page by right-clicking on the mouse. however, the following keystroke combinations should work in most cases:
- Cut: CTRL X
- Copy: CTRL C
- Paste: CTRL V
To copy text from a Word document into a wiki page, you would highlight the text you want to copy, hold down the "CTRL" key while pressing the "C" key to copy. Then to paste, place your cursor in the wiki page, and hold down the "CTRL" key while pressing the "V" key. The wiki will then open a window for the copy/paste feature. The final step is to press the "CTRL V" key combination again to copy the text into the wiki window provided. Then press the OK button.
Format your text after you have pasted it onto the page where you want it to appear.


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$36,000 raised for cancer awareness following 'Go Blue' prank
- %2436%2C000 has been raised for the Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance in the last week
- 1%2C200 individuals have donated to the campaign as of Friday afternoon
- The campaign has been a response to a skywriting prank that was funded by the Michigan athletic department
ANN ARBOR — The green-and-white flood keeps rolling into the Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance office here, six days after the now-infamous "GO BLUE" skywriting over Spartan Stadium.
'GO BLUE':Why Michigan athletics paid for skywriting
The fundraising effort spurred by the prank stands at more than $36,000 from 1,200 individual donors as of Friday afternoon, MIOCA president and founder Pam Dahlmann said.
Funds will be used to further advance MIOCA's mission, which promotes saving women's lives through the early detection of ovarian cancer and improved treatment outcomes, community outreach, education, advocacy, resources and support throughout Michigan.
The campaign started by Michigan State University Alumni Association executive director Scott Westerman had originally sought only to match the estimated $3,000 to $5,000 spent by the University of Michigan athletic department on the skywriting.
COLLEGE FOOTBALL MAILBAG:Has Texas been messed with?
"It's unbelievable. We're just in awe," Dahlmann said. "We keep getting donations."
A $500 gift from the Space Coast MSU Alumni Club of Florida came into MIOCA's PayPal account at 12:30 a.m. Friday. Other gifts have been received from as far away as Africa and China.
"We are just feeling that Spartan love," Dahlmann said.
Affection for Michigan State isn't easy for Dahlmann, a Michigan alumna, but she is more than willing to set aside the rivalry to combat the disease which took both her mother and her grandmother.
Expressing Spartan admiration is easy as well when, despite a challenge from Westerman to his U-M counterpart, around "99 percent" of gifts have come from MSU supporters.
"There has been very little from U-M in the way of donations," Dahlmann said.
"When will they respond? Will they respond? I want to see U-M alums respond, just because this is a greater cause."
WEEK 4:10 coaches, programs facing pressure
While ovarian cancer is often called a "silent killer" of women because its symptoms are subtle, Dahlmann said it's more accurate to say it whispers.
Signs and symptoms include abdominal pressure, fullness, swelling or bloating; pelvic discomfort or pain; persistent indigestion, gas or nausea; changes in bowel habits, such as constipation; changes in bladder habits, including a frequent need to urinate; loss of appetite or quickly feeling full; increased abdominal girth or clothes fitting tighter around your waist; a persistent lack of energy; low back pain.
"The symptoms are truly there. Women need to know what they are as the symptoms persist," Dahlmann said.
"Know your body, know the symptoms. Don't just go to your regular doctor, go to your gynecologist."
There is no reliable diagnostic test to detect for ovarian cancer. What would change that, Dahlmann said, is money.
"I have to honestly say it (research) is underfunded," she added.
For more information or to donate, click on www.mioca.org.
Dawn Parker writes for the Lansing State Journal, a Gannett property


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We received a distressing email from the DR Congo on Monday, May 27, 2013. Désiré Murhima, our director of ICC Congo, informed us that rebel militias were once again attacking the city of Goma where the office for ICC Congo is located and where some of our newest children were temporarily housed. Following is an excerpt of Désiré's email:
"We are sorry to tell you once more, in less than five months, about war in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).
"In fact, after our last phone call (which failed because of network connection) [that] same night we did not sleep owing to bombs launched and gun shots in the northern part of Goma and at less than 900 m (less than half-a-mile) [from] Goma International Airport. Until now there are only two days of some peace (Saturday, May 25th & Sunday, May 26th).
"On Thursday, May 23rd, around 9:10 AM, two bombs fell [on] Goma approximately 300 m (two-tenths of a mile) [from] our ICC Congo Office. Consequently [as a result of the blast] one [local] child died, [another] lost [both] legs and another child had his right arm [severed] and his eye was totally damaged.
"On the basis of this horrible situation, we immediately took the decision to take the new children [to the Patmos Children's Village] on Idjwi Island where they can live peacefully. [On] Idjwi, we accommodated them in one part of the newly built home [number] eight.
"Nowadays, Goma town is not supplied in food because all the roads from Butembo, Rutchuru, Masisi and Bukavu are blocked/shut/closed by rebel militaries. There is only access to Goma town via the Kivu Lake. Civilian aircraft (excepting military aircraft) do not land or take off. Half of Goma's population has moved to other peaceful areas/regions/places/zones."
We highly need your prayers.
Désiré Murhima
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Cheery Cherry Thanks Card
Learn how to make this card using these free instructions. Handmade thanks cards are the perfect way to show you care, and with these card-making steps, creating this design is easy.
SUPPLIES: Cardstock: (white) Neenah Paper Accents: (cherries, clothespin) Maya Road; (arrow) Jillibean Soup; (wood thanks) Studio Calico; (staples) Tim Holtz/Advantus; (scalloped square) Maya Road Stickers: (ticket) American Crafts; (cherry tape) October Afternoon Fibers: (natural jute twine) Westrim Crafts Finished size: 4 1/2" square
1 Make card from cardstock.
2 Affix tape to card.
3 Adhere scalloped square.
4 Affix ticket sticker and adhere thanks.
5 Adhere arrow and attach staples.
6 Attach twine bow and cherries to clothespin. Adhere to card.
Designer Tip
On a card where you are using lots of embellishments, leave some white space to keep it from feeling cluttered.
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Dear Editor,
We have Black Friday and now it seems we are going for a Black Thursday due to commercialism of Christmas. People will stand in line for hours, even camping out for 2-3 days to get a bargain on a Christmas gift. People have camped out for hours and days for the release of a movie or latest high tech electronic gadget, but I have not seen anyone standing in line or camped out at Church on Sunday morning. The gift available on Sunday morning is FREE for the asking, no rebate form to fill out, no layaway, and no waiting.
When is Black Sunday?
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Fort Collins, Colo. — April 12, 2011 — Mapbiquity.com added support yesterday for mobile devices to provide a better user experience. Web maps created using Mapbiquity now dynamically adjust based on the client using the map. Traditional web browsers still show the original interactive maps. However, when users view a Mapbiquity generated web map from a mobile device they will now see a layout and functionality specifically targeted toward mobile devices, particularly touch screen devices. For an example, visit the working demo at http://www.mapbiquity.com/demo with both a traditional web browser and a mobile device.
"With the growing trend in mobile device use and the opportunities arising in this market, we see this as an obvious progression", says Kris Peterson, Founder and Owner of Mapbiquity. Mapbiquity will continue to expand its support for mobile devices and offer more web mapping functionality for the mobile market.
About Mapbiquity
Mapbiquity LLC was founded in 2010 with the goals of helping to bring web mapping to more organizations and making it easy to create elegant maps for the Web. Mapbiquity is found on the Web at www.mapbiquity.com and on Twitter at @mapbiquity.


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ALEX Toys ALEX Jr. Maxville Blocks
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Kids can create more exciting and imaginative things with Maxville Blocks than we have room to list here. Buildings, people, towns, cities, creatures, animals and so much more are graphically designed with colors and sparkle patterns that catch the eye and inspire the imagination! Each block is made of sturdy, solid wood that will last for years and years.
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A responsive layout automatically adapts to the viewing device, allowing for an optimized appearance on multiple devices, such as tablets.
All our websites offer configuration options to individually control each section of the site giving complete control.
With smartphones being so advanced now, it is key to provide a responsive layout to adapt the website when browsing on smartphones and tablets. All our sites are responsive designed for this very reason.


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Certain qualities distinguish Saint Laurent handbags, such as sleek design, rich color, and supple materials, but other distinctions have become the brand's elegant stock-in-trade: the Matelassé quilted V-pattern, for instance, and the signature monogram, which graces every Saint Laurent clutch, wallet, and carryall.
From large resort-ready totes to delicate clutches featuring golden chains and tassels, the Saint Laurent bag transcends the latest trends, while standing the test of time in terms of quality and durability.
The bags are heirlooms-in-waiting, handed down through generations, managing to stay as stylishly relevant as the day they were created. If you're looking for a prized possession to wear on your arm, we encourage you to shop Neiman Marcus for all your Saint Laurent acquisitions.