We live in a world full of receipts, call-outs, and moral grandstanding. It’s easy to believe that the right thing to do is whatever you have the loudest argument for.…
New Orleans at a Crossroads: The Storm Missed Us—But the Crisis Won’t
Everybody in New Orleans is on full alert this time of year. The smallest disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico creates big anxiety for most people. Last week there was…
Ibrahim Traoré: Between Hype, Hope, and Hard Truths
When it comes to African leadership, too many of us are forced to choose between extremes. Either a man is the next Sankara or he’s the next tyrant. Either he’s…
How African American Advocacy Has Helped Other Communities
Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Our Own Needs African Americans have long been at the forefront of social justice and equality movements, not only advocating for their own rights but also…
All the Qualifying Is Done—Now the Real Fight for New Orleans Begins
All the qualifying is done. The fields are set. And now, New Orleans voters are heading into one of the most consequential elections in years. With wide-open races for Mayor,…
From Resilience to Resistance: Saving New Orleans Before It’s Too Late
By Jeff Thomas | Black Source Media New Orleans is shrinking. Fast. According to the U.S. Census, the city lost nearly 20,000 residents since 2020. We now have fewer than…
A Sequel to “The Pope Is Black”
Race Is a Man-Made Concept In my last post, The Pope is Black, I made the point that race is a made-up construct.It was invented centuries ago for nefarious reasons.…
🏛️ All Major Seats in New Orleans Are Up for Grabs
From Mayor to Sheriff, to the City Council seats, Coroner, Assessor —every major office is on the line. Candidate qualifying closes this Friday, July 11, so expect final candidate lists very…
How the Need to Be Right Can Destroy Relationships (and How to Let It Go)
We’ve all been there—the rush of being right. Whether it’s a heated debate about something small, like who makes the best Gumbo, or a bigger discussion, being right can feel…
The Big Beautiful Bill Is a Big Ugly Blow to Louisiana
When the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill” passed Congress, supporters like Rep. Steve Scalise and House Speaker Mike Johnson called it a victory for fiscal discipline. They praised it as…