Our reactions to tragedy reveal more about societal biases than the events themselves. Two weeks ago, a mass shooting at a second line ignited a storm of public outrage. City…
Year: 2024
Is Gov. Landry Holding Our Teachers Hostage?
Louisiana Teachers Deserve Better Yes, I know Louisiana ranks 46th in teacher pay. Yes, I know the state pays teachers $5,000 less than the estimated living wage. And yes, despite…
The Second Line Struggle: How New Orleans Criminalized Its Greatest Cultural Treasure
New Orleans, known for jazz and vibrant culture, owes much of its identity to the African American community. Yet, the city’s treatment of second lines—their most home grown iconic cultural…
Why Being Good Makes Us Happy
Practicing ethical behavior offers tangible benefits for ourselves and others. by Jordan Fiorillo Scotti Ph.D. Key points “We who are like senseless children shrink from suffering, but love its causes.…
3 Mental Errors That Make Life Harder Than It Has to Be
Ditch these subtle biases to become at least slightly happier. Life can feel hard for all sorts of valid reasons. However, if everything feels like a struggle, it can be…
Repair the Breach NOLA: How New Orleans Art Illuminates the Path to Reparations”
Introduction to Repair the Breach NOLA Repair the Breach NOLA is a grassroots, church-based reparations initiative founded by two inspiring white women in their eighties. Their goal is to address…
Governor Landry’s Shocking War Against Louisiana’s Children Continues
Question: What does throwing kids in jail with adults have to do with taxes? Answer: Nothing. Question: Do you know that state legislators are in a special tax session right…
Understanding Louisiana’s 2024 Constitutional Amendments: What Voters Need to Know
Here we go again, Louisiana. Another election day, another round of constitutional amendments to vote on. Make no mistake—this isn’t going away anytime soon. Some of these changes are necessary…
A Field of Excellence: Ruston and Troy Henry’s Gift to St. Augustine
Honoring Ruston and Troy Henry’s Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony St. Augustine High School celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the Ruston and Troy Henry Field and Circle of Champions, a historic moment for the…
5 Ways to Get Your Home Ready for the Holidays…Starting Now
Don’t wait for the last minute to address these essential tasks. By Amanda Lauren In This Article Summer is over and back to school has come and gone, so the next…