Why did Eisenhower win Louisiana in 1956?

[I spent the winter writing songs about getting better]

Kind of mind blowing considering it wasn't even close.

[Sumner 1868]

It's largely a reflection of his increased popularity with Catholics compared with 1952, which also can be seen in the Northeast. I would also guess whatever blacks could vote were also more pro-Ike than in 1952 as well. Eisenhower actually lost ground in North Louisiana, which later voted heavily for Goldwater in 1964 and David Duke in the 1990s, where votes were cast for unpledged electors by the most militant racists angry at Brown v. Board.

[Blow by blow, the passion dies]

Eisenhower supported state control of Louisiana's oil deposits (which caused political boss Leander Perez to support him), while Stevenson insisted in federal control.

[Orser67]

It's largely a reflection of his increased popularity with Catholics compared with 1952, which also can be seen in the Northeast.

I guess that Brennan appointment really paid off.