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A call for equity and accountability for Black veterans in New Orleans
From the earliest conflicts to today’s modern force, African Americans have played various crucial roles in defending the nation, often while confronting discrimination both within
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Louisiana’s children cannot afford this population decline
Louisiana has become one of the nation’s primary exit states. I’m not surprised. I returned home a decade ago to teach, determined to invest in
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My background as a social worker prepared me to advocate for older adults in Louisiana to get the care they need. I’ve always believed that helping an older adult, whether ... If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it: Keep Louisiana’s elections open and trust the people
As Louisiana’s lieutenant governor – and more importantly, a proud Louisianan – I’ve seen firsthand how our state’s unique election system brings people together at a time when our country ... Ensuring we all feel safe and are stably employed
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. In particular, the city ... NOPD Police Chief Addresses Public in Treme’
On Tuesday, April 9, Anne Kirkpatrick, NOPD’s Chief of Police, was questioned by citizens of New Orleans on her style of ruling the NOPD. Landry’s ‘One Louisiana’ doesn’t include marginalized communities
On Oct. 14, Louisianians elected Attorney General Jeff Landry to be their next governor. As a candidate, Mr. Landry’s platform included, in part, pledges to connect Louisiana by expanding broadband ... Are we going to allow this?
Last month, three children were killed in a house fire, in a blaze apparently begun by their father. Giving each other a moment of humanity
Last week, after City Council President J.P. Morrell and I had a well-publicized squabble while on the dais during a meeting, I sent a note to my friends, apologizing for ... Freedom
The history of New Orleans, one of the oldest cities in the United States, is as colorful as any in the country. Founded by the Spanish, turned over to the ...
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