Letters

Letters: Why it's important for our city to have a Workers' Bill of Rights

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

Low-quality jobs are a public health crisis in New Orleans. That’s why we at Step Up Louisiana worked with the unanimous support of the New Orleans City Council to put the Workers’ Bill of Rig…

Letters: Orleans could follow Jefferson's lead on storm planning

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

Am I missing something? In the recent article about the long-term effects of more severe storms with increased rainfall on Orleans and Jefferson parishes, I read how Jefferson is already build…

Letters: Governor distracted by obsession with Mike the Tiger

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

I was incensed to read that our governor’s attention is focused on getting Mike VII to enter Tiger Stadium instead of finding solutions to the many grave problems facing our state.

Letters: BREC has not proven worthy of taxpayer funds

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

In regards to the editorial encouraging East Baton Rouge voters to support BREC taxes, I say no. How can you simply brush off the stealing by employees and the fact that the board can't keep i…

Letters: Streetcars could be made more tourist-friendly

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

I recommend that the Regional Transit Authority rename one of its streetcar routes to “Desire” for the sake of tourists, and that it be the route on North Rampart Street.

Letters: Judge Jules Edwards cared about our youths and will be missed

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

It is with great sadness that we want to recognize the passing of the Honorable Judge Jules Edwards and honor the contributions he made to improving the lives of children and families in Acadiana.

Letters: Housing trust fund would benefit older New Orleanians

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

I have always wanted New Orleans to be a city people move to, not from. I moved here 30 years ago, before my 40th birthday, and I am always flattered when asked if I grew up here. There is so …

Letters: Think about what kind of country you want before going to vote

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 22, 2024

Why is the GOP determined to weasel its way into every aspect of our lives? At one time, it didn’t matter who won a presidential election because most people’s daily lives weren’t affected by …

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Letters: Why isn't the national debt and deficit talked about more in campaign?

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

The national debt is over $35.4 trillion dollars.

Letters: Sen. John Kennedy needs to be held accountable for his words

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

U.S. Sen John Kennedy’s treatment of the Muslim civil rights leader Maya Berry and his accusation that she supports terrorist organizations is despicable. This was after multiple denials by Berry.

Letters: What we need to do to truly unite as a nation again

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

I’m not sure how we developed such divisive, condescending and insulting behaviors as a society, but it is truly destroying the very fabric of our nation. Regardless of where it began, each of…

Letters: La. surgeon general's comments on pandemic raise concern about his qualifications

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

I am compelled to respond to our new surgeon general’s comments regarding preventive measures taken during the recent COVID-19 pandemic. As a physician, I expect better. Ralph Abraham’s public…

Letters: Focus on reading using data-driven techniques

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

Enhanced data-driven literacy initiatives are needed to improve reading instruction in Louisiana schools. Implement a 90-minute daily block of literacy instruction in grades one to three. In o…

Letters: LSU fans have learned to deal with heat of day games

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

We call LSU stadium "Death Valley," but as soon as it goes over 100 degrees, everyone is shocked. Maybe we should rename it "Pleasant Valley." Just so you know, in Death Valley, California, it…

Letters: Lies about FEMA could have tragic consequences

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 21, 2024

As someone who lived through Hurricane Katrina, I can deeply sympathize with folks who are severely affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton. One of the worst aspects of being a victim of disa…

Letters: Don't overlook the work of those in hospitality

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 17, 2024

I have attended many catered events such as wedding receptions, fundraisers, birthday parties and such, which require much effort from the hospitality and service industry.

Letters: Speaker Johnson should be listening to the people

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 17, 2024

I have read my newsfeed the past few weeks. I am confused by the actions of Speaker Mike Johnson as to his consultation with the former president in regards to our country's funding. According…

Letters: Hospitals turning to lower-paid nurse practitioners drives doctors from Louisiana

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 17, 2024

Reporter Alena Maschke writes that half of Louisiana's primary care residents will leave this state upon completing their training and lauds the nurse practitioners who help take up the result…

Letters: Why Death Valley's 'the most magical place in the country for playing big games'

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 17, 2024

As a former player and die-hard LSU fan, I’ve gotta say the most thrilling and gratifying part of the Tigers’ come-from-behind victory over Ole Miss to me was the emphatic reaffirmation that T…

Letters: Remember the many who helped block Vieux Csrre Riverfront Expressway

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 17, 2024

The storied contributions of William E. Borah and Richard O. Baumbach Jr. in the defeat (July 1, 1969) of the proposed Elysian Fields-Vieux Carre Riverfront Expressway have been amply chronicl…

Letters: Bill needed to fix issues getting justice forCamp Lejeune veterans

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 16, 2024

I was stationed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina in the late 1960s, part of my 20 years of service to our country as a Marine. The name Camp Lejeune may sound familiar as it…

Letters: In a state that needs solutions, politicians keep giving us silliness

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 16, 2024

As an avid observer of political theater, I can easily say the 2024 narrative is more addictive than prime "Days of Our Lives" of seasons past.

Letters: Power outages after Francine showed why we need solar energy

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 16, 2024

Despite Hurricane Francine being a relatively mild hurricane, power outages across New Orleans inconvenienced thousands of customers. For some, it took days to get electricity back. The delays…

Letters: Comic crossed line with insult of Harris

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 16, 2024

Your paper continues to publish the unfunny “Mallard Fillmore” in the Comics & Puzzles section. Often, this totally fringe right-wing strip makes me roll my eyes because everything it espo…

Letters: Trump's reaction to Taylor Swift shows pettiness

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 15, 2024

When Taylor Swift made it known that she would not vote for Trump, he reacted like the child that he is. “I don’t like her music," he said, instead of congratulating her on her successes. His …

Letters: Pope has no business weighing in on American elections

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 15, 2024

Pope Francis made headlines while on a trip to Southeast Asia. Tossing protocol aside, the Pope kissed the hand of a Muslim imam when he visited a mosque in Jakarta. Then, during an in-flight …

Letters: Efforts to prevent noncitizens from voting should be applauded

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 15, 2024

Gov. Jeff Landry’s policy of notifying noncitizens that they are not allowed to vote may seem like overkill to some, but if you look at the details, it might not be.

Letters: Threat from China to Taiwan overblown

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Oct 15, 2024

The first televised presidential debate was between John Kennedy and Richard Nixon in the 1960 race for president.