Louisiana’s tax system has long burdened its working-class citizens, but recent legislative actions have made it even worse. The state just concluded a special legislative session on taxes. Instead of…
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Why Your Vote on Louisiana’s Amendments Matters Now
As Louisiana voters have many options this weekend, going to vote is probably not high on people’s to do lists. In general, it’s easy to overlook an election with four…
Political Interference in New Orleans: A Cautionary Tale
New Orleans is a city that thrives on its local flavor—its culture, its people, and its businesses. However, in a market as small and interconnected as ours, local business disputes…
The Dangerous Double Standard: When Black People Parade in Second Lines
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…
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…
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…
Trump’s Change Message Earned Victory Over Harris
In the 2024 presidential election, Donald Trump won with stunning ease over Kamala Harris. Despite pre-election polls indicating a tight race, Trump won all the pivotal swing states and secured…
Gov Landry + Mayor Cantrell = Donald Trump
Statement Somehow I don’t remember Governor Landry clearing out homeless encampments for the Essence Festival like he did for Taylor Swift. Maybe it’s just me. Maybe I just missed it.…
Governor Jeff Landry’s New Orleans Strategy: Power Moves or Overreach?
Governor Jeff Landry has stepped up his influence in New Orleans. As a conservative Republican governor acting unilaterally within the boundaries of a predominantly Democratic city, his approach raises questions.…