Reflections on Race: Black Louisiana — remembering who we are
We were already radical. Louisiana has historically been at the forefront of change.
We were already radical. Louisiana has historically been at the forefront of change.
A generational shift that raises an important question: How can we replace the jobs we’ve already lost and those we stand to lose in the future?
We can’t say Black lives matter and still support industries that are a part of the problem.
Hotel rooms arranged by local housing advocates kept hundreds of people warm during last week’s crushing freeze. Donations poured in across the Acadiana region. But the makeup of people in need underscores rising housing insecurity in the area.
Overwhelmingly, respondents said recent press accurately reflected Lafayette and that our community is getting worse.
Descended from pioneers in education, Morrison credits her success to the community she saw her family nurture.
Every aspect of life in America is much better because of the talents, the work, the creativity and the culture of Black people.
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