The Power of Passing Encounters: Why Strangers Matter for Wellbeing

Rethinking loneliness through the science of community trust. by Kelly-Ann Allen Ph.D. Key points By Gabrielle Skrekovski and Kelly-Ann Allen The silence of a small café is broken by the…

New Orleans Demanded a Reset — Now the New Government Must Deliver

New Orleanians spoke clearly this election cycle. They refused slow improvements or small adjustments. Instead, they demanded a full reset. Voters opened the runway, changed the rules, elected new leaders,…

Venezuela, Oil, and New Orleans: The Crisis New Orleans Pretends Isn’t Coming

The United States is bombing Venezuelan boats and tightening pressure on Nicolás Maduro. It calls the mission a “narco-terror” operation, but the real driver is oil. Venezuela holds the world’s…

If You Never Fight, Someone Is Hiding

A lack of conflict can be a red flag in a relationship. by John Kim LMFT Key points There are a lot of people who say, “Our relationship’s perfect. We…

Taking the Bull by the Horns: Helena Moreno Steps Up to Steady New Orleans

There’s a new tone at City Hall.Helena Moreno isn’t waiting to be sworn in to start leading. While still Mayor-elect, she has already become the de facto leader of New…

The Mystery Of The Budget Deficit, Who’s To Blame? What’s The Cause?

We take a look at all the ummm, let’s start by calling them persons of interest. Suspect #1 Former CAO Gilbert Montaño Gilbert Montaño farted and left the room. That’s…

Bonds, Power Plays, and the Future of New Orleans: What’s Really On the Ballot

New Orleans voters face five major items on the ballot. They deal with housing, infrastructure, drainage, and the distribution of power inside City Hall. None of these proposals are symbolic.…

When Right Is Right: Jeff Landry’s SNAP Move Deserves Credit

Common Ground in an Unlikely Place I don’t often find myself agreeing with Governor Jeff Landry. Our views sit on opposite ends of Louisiana’s political spectrum. Yet, even political opposites…

Rep. Carter Statement on USDA’s SNAP Retailer Directive

PRESS CONTACT Sara Severens, (202) 819-6372 Sara.Severens@mail.house.gov Rep. Carter Statement on USDA’s SNAP Retailer Directive NEW ORLEANS, LA – Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) released the following statement:…

The Peculiar Logic Of Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill

— Liz Murrill would rather have people laid off for the holidays than let the city borrow money to make payroll. What a gal, that Liz. — Liz Murrill would…