By Bill Quigley. Bill is Fr. Twomey Scholar in Residence at Jesuit Social Research Institute at Loyola University and an emeritus professor of law at Loyola New Orleans College…
Super Bowl LIX & Mardi Gras Security: What You Need to Know
New Orleans is used to hosting big events, but this week, the stakes are higher than ever. With Super Bowl LIX bringing in over 100,000 tourists, and Mardi Gras season…
President Trump Is Burying DEI In The Same Grave As Critical Race Theory
Breaking news: to this day President Trump has yet to blame the Saints’ recent lack of success on DEI hires. It is a shocking oversight coming from someone as astute…
Bayou Phoenix Rising: A Testament to Vision and Perseverance in New Orleans East
A Welcome with Purpose Councilman Oliver Thomas set the tone for yesterday’s Bayou Phoenix press conference. His welcome to the assembled media was both pointed and playful. “Nice to see…
How African Americans Can Thrive Amid the DEI Cutback
Corporate America is turning its back on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Many companies once made bold promises, but now they’re quietly scaling back. This shift isn’t just a setback—it’s…
The Backlash Against DEI: A Step Backward for Corporate America?
In recent years, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives shaped corporate America. After 2020, companies pledged to address racial disparities and invest in Black communities. Now, many are quietly reversing…
New Orleans Thaws Out: What You Need to Know After the Historic Snowstorm
New Orleans, we made it through. The once-in-a-lifetime snowstorm that left our city frozen and paralyzed is now melting away. But before we celebrate too hard, there are real dangers…
Historic Snowfall Paralyzes New Orleans: An Unprecedented Freeze
New Orleans is no stranger to unpredictable weather, but this week’s historic snowfall brought the city to a screeching halt, much like the rare freezes of 1899 and 2018 that…
The Unbreakable Spirit of Black America: Triumph in the Face of Oppression
Black Excellence in a Nation That Still Oppresses Black People On January 20, 2025, America will once again witness the peaceful transfer of power. But for Black Americans, this day…
Ensuring we all feel safe and are stably employed
by Arthur Hunter, Jr. Ever since the 9/11 terrorist attacks that took down the World Trade towers in New York, cities been more aware that these tragedies can happen anywhere.…