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Perspectives and reflections that challenge, question, and inspire.

Mayor Cantrell, show us that you understand the significance of sacred ground. Transform the Municipal Auditorium into a cultural use.

The mayor’s City Hall proposal has done real damage to her reputation. Reversing course and creating a place that would honor the legacy of Congo Square would help restore confidence.
by Lolis Eric Elie June 22, 2021 Updated June 22, 2021

When the culture wars become cancel wars: The attack on names for schools

Over time, the names attached to schools can evolve into names of supportive and inclusive communities, with little connection to the dead guys who share the monikers.
by C.W. Cannon June 10, 2021 Updated June 10, 2021

Dear mayor: Stop and rethink the relocation of City Hall.

The restoration and revitalization of the Municipal Auditorium should reflect the people’s vision and not be used for New Orleans City Hall.
by Sue Press May 13, 2021 Updated May 13, 2021

Biden’s infrastructure plan: creating a culture of renewal

It’s imperative that we stop seeing maintenance as a burden, and instead see it as an investment in our nation and our communities.
by Wes Michaels May 6, 2021 Updated May 6, 2021

A manifesto for Claiborne Avenue: It’s time to tear the highway down

Urban highways destroy neighborhoods. Show the world that you do believe that Black spaces, neighborhoods, economies and lives matter.
by Amy Stelly April 20, 2021 Updated April 20, 2021

A prudent proposal to save Louisiana’s petrochemical industry

I am a supreme thinker.
by Leo Lindner April 1, 2021 Updated April 1, 2021

Letter: Article gives wrong impression about city’s efforts to house the homeless

by Martha Kegel March 22, 2021 Updated March 22, 2021

Emergency funding for public transportation is an economic necessity

Public transportation systems across the country have taken major hits during the pandemic, losing rider fares as workers stayed home.
by Kelsey Foster March 12, 2021 Updated March 12, 2021

Shared housing is an affordable housing option

We need to recognize that if we truly want to combat climate change, if we truly want to create more housing equity, it will have an impact on our block and our neighborhood.
by Neal Morris March 1, 2021 Updated March 1, 2021

COVID Carnival could’ve been better

There’s no reason we can’t implement some fresh ideas for Carnival 2022.
by Lolis Eric Elie February 22, 2021 Updated February 22, 2021

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