Commentary Archives
Crying Shame 06 07 05
Julie Quinn for State Senate 05 31 05
We urge all our readers in District 6 to honor John Hainkel's legacy by voting.
The Price of Lost Freedom 05 24 05
Wrongly convicted inmates deserve help as they struggle to put their lives back together.
Baquet, Shepherd for State Senate 05 17 05
The strong field of candidates, especially on such short notice, encourages us.
Covering the Uninsured 05 10 05
An estimated 18,000 uninsured adult Americans die each year because they don't have access to the medical care they need.
Ethics Surprises 05 03 05
Louisiana is one of only seven states that do not require basic information on legislators' incomes, assets and potential conflicts of interest.
A Dialogue on Race 04 26 05
Frank discussion is needed -- but if mishandled, it could do more harm than good.
After Amato 04 19 05
Our next superintendent needs to be a coalition-builder who can communicate and lead effectively.
Be Not Afraid 04 12 05
The pope's courage and compassion are reflected in the Church's 'Restorative Justice' project in Louisiana.
Indian Outrage 04 05 05
The NOPD should work with Mardi Gras Indians to monitor and safeguard their gatherings, not interrupt them.
Vote on Saturday 03 29 05
Cynthia Morrell will make District D proud, and we urge our readers to vote for her.
Team Building 03 22 05
Nothing opens a kid's eyes like having one-on-one conversations with people who've made positive career and life choices.
Dismantle Odom's Empire 03 15 05
The agriculture commissioner's office should be appointive -- not elective.
Aiding Medicaid 03 08 05
The same administration that would spend $11.3 billion to "Cover the Kids" proposes to reduce federal Medicaid funding by $45 billion over the next 10 years.
Returning Home 02 22 05
Treatment for veterans suffering from PTSD must be factored into the cost of war.
Help Wanted 02 15 05
The city should welcome expert assistance in any effort to detect racial discrimination.
Gentle Warnings 02 08 05
Some tourists are primed to experience the naughty side of New Orleans -- which can lead them into dangerous situations.
Fest Forward 02 01 05
Blowing in the Wind 01 25 05
Buddy D in Black and White 01 18 05
The Facts of Life 01 11 05
Many abstinence-only programs promote medically inaccurate information.
Fund the Louisiana SPCA 01 04 05
Mayor Nagin should beware: This problem could, literally and figuratively, come back to bite him on the butt.
A New Year, A New Board 12 28 04
The Promise of Jordan 12 21 04
Kids' Chance represents an investment in our youth as well as our higher education system.
Leveling the Field 12 14 04
A state review of the Saints' books would maintain public confidence in extended subsidies for the franchise.
A Better Plan 12 07 04
The public should demand coherent state, regional and local crime-fighting strategies and inter-parish cooperation.
Don't Gut NOTMC 11 30 04
Every dollar invested in tourism yields $15 in tax revenues.
Giving Thanks 11 23 04
Some indicators give us reason to believe that, in many ways, Louisiana and New Orleans are headed in the right direction.
Matters of Life and Death 11 16 04
The need for a Musicians Tomb underscores the stubborn fact that artists can have a tough time here.
Eliminating Barriers 11 09 04
Louisiana incarcerates more people per capita than any other state, making it essential that we deal with felony convictions and voting rolls fairly and accurately.
Vote Nov. 2 11 02 04
A Watershed Election 10 26 04
John Kennedy has a long and solid record of integrity, independence and effectiveness.
Strengthen the Voting Code 10 19 04
Lawmakers should immediately ask election officials to report on their preparations for the Nov. 2 election.
Preparing for HAVA 10 12 04
Election Day is a crucible of democracy that tests our system as much as it does the candidates.
Disaster in the Making 10 05 04
The Federal Emergency Management Agency's diminished capacity to handle natural disasters is especially worrisome to Louisiana.
Blaming Ivan 09 28 04
We need quick fixes as well as long-term solutions to our stormy election season
The Storm Next Time 09 21 04
The mass evacuation proved largely successful -- but it took place under ideal weather conditions.
Our Endorsements 09 14 04
Hunger Pains 09 07 04
Hungry kids are more anxious, more apt to suffer from chronic illness and more likely to have behavioral problems.
Playing the Changes 08 31 04
In a time of change, we all must consider key questions about what in Jazz Fest is essential.
A New Year 08 24 04
Cynicism about the board comes easily -- but New Orleans can't afford to give up on its kids.
A City on Edge 08 17 04
We must ensure safety for police as well as civilians.
Taking Back Their Backyard 08 10 04
A school on the Tallulah site would represent a triumph of education over imprisonment for youth in Louisiana.
Making Democracy Work 08 03 04
In the 2002 mayoral primary, a mere 3.8 percent of the city's youngest registered voters turned out to vote.
Calling 211 07 27 04
Social services only work when they reach the people who need them most.
Summer Heats 07 20 04
We need the best candidates to help chart the future of our schools, our jail and our courts.
Everybody's Success Story 07 13 04
Community leaders must help at-risk youth in their challenge to stay off the street.
The Direction of New Orleans 07 06 04
To reverse an exodus from New Orleans, city leaders and policymakers must address critical quality-of-life issues.
Beyond the Normalcy of Death 06 29 04
Our criminal justice system is in crisis. We need more than finger-pointing from city leaders.
What We Know 06 22 04
Finally Paying Attention 06 15 04
We need to start asking, "What is working in Orleans Parish public schools?"
Support Stem-Cell Research 06 08 04
Scientists generally agree that embryonic stem cells represent the future of therapeutic medicine.
Why Teach the Arts? 06 01 04
A comprehensive approach to arts would pair working artists with teachers inside the schools.
A Different Memorial Day 05 25 04
Memorial Day is a time to honor our nation's war dead. It's also an opportunity to remember those still serving.
A Little More Time 05 18 04
Louisiana's short political season all but guarantees an uninformed citizenry at election time.
Fund the Arts 05 11 04
The Ogden Museum already has gained notice as one of the crown jewels of this city's cultural life.
Our Somber Right 05 04 04
A photo of flag-draped coffins reminds us that sorrow and sacrifice are inherent in war.
Ethics Matters 04 27 04
Blanco needs both a bolder game plan and a better quarterback for reform measures in the Louisiana Senate.
New Courthouse Needed 04 20 04
New Orleans desperately needs modern facilities for civil and juvenile courts. Making no improvements is not an option.
The Power of the Vote 04 13 04
Voting can have rehabilitative powers for those who enter the booth on Election Day.
A Necessary Safeguard 04 06 04
Police carry awesome powers, and with those powers must come accountability.
Balancing Act 03 30 04
Both organizations -- the vinyl industry and Greenpeace -- signed up with Habitat for Humanity to build quality homes for those in need.
Hypocrisy at HANO 03 23 04
HANO's aggressive attitude toward juvenile tenants and their families runs counter to the fundamental goal of juvenile court -- rehabilitation.
Taxing Time for Blanco 03 16 04
Blanco should keep a campaign promise to "take the slush out" of the Legislature's annual $16 million slush fund.
Uncommon Candor 03 09 04
Can those who once led a flawed system now help direct the church's reform effort?
Bonura for Kenner Mayor 03 02 04
Betty Bonura's temperament and experience set her apart from the rest of the field.
Giving Back to Our Bands 02 24 04
Long after Mardi Gras is over, school bands are helping students learn to express themselves through music.
Our Shared Past 02 17 04
There's no reason why New Orleans can't realize its potential as a living history book for all to read.
Toward Sensible Reforms 02 10 04
The state is now at the most crucial point of prison reform: implementation.
Like a Bad Movie 02 03 04
Lawmakers should avoid even the appearance of self-dealing.
Rescind Jones 01 27 04
Sen. Jones is wholly unfit to chair a legislative committee that oversees the ethics board.
Eddie Jordan's First Year 01 20 04
We applaud Jordan's efforts to make our city safer and to provide real assistance to victims and witnesses.
A Mixed Legacy 01 13 04
Foster supported ethical reforms -- but he sometimes had to be goaded into doing the right thing himself.
Resolutions We'd Like to See 01 06 04
Each new year brings promise -- and a new slate of promises.
Blanco's Ethical Opportunity 12 30 03
Caring and Drumming 12 23 03
We must overcome three natural barriers to improving New Orleans -- apathy, complacency and cynicism.
The End of Innocence 12 16 03
The obvious indifference of children to SWAT-trained cops sweeping into their neighborhoods is jarring.
In Case of Emergency 12 09 03
Cruise Control 12 02 03
Federal law should require phasing in advanced treatment systems on all cruise ships.
A New Beginning 11 25 03
It's Gov.-elect Kathleen Blanco's turn to build a new legacy, one of a state as rich in opportunity as it is in resources.
A Better Plan 11 18 03
Bobby Jindal for Governor 11 04 03
Gov. Bobby Jindal will be good for New Orleans, and that will be good for all of Louisiana.
Honor Restored 10 28 03
Judges who cannot abide by the laws they enforce have no business being on the bench.
Net Loss? 10 20 03
The image of the working Louisiana coastline is in danger of becoming a picture from the past.
Restoring Charity 10 14 03
Share the Road 10 07 03
The Gambit Ballot 09 30 03
Ewing for Governor 09 23 03
Assessing the Problem 09 16 03
Save AmeriCorps 09 09 03
Last year, AmeriCorps placed more than 250 teachers in state schools.
A Duty We Hold Sacred 09 02 03
Like most voters, our minds are far from made up. But we'll be watching and listening intently.
Not Reformed Yet 08 26 03
Last year, the state's juvenile justice system held about 1,200 youth and averaged 500 injuries per month.
The Element of Danger 08 19 03
Without a central, accessible database, no one can accurately measure the safety of amusement park rides.
Preparing for War 08 12 03
More than 150 homicides occurred in our city during the first half of this year -- more violent deaths than the 146 U.S. soldiers killed in the war in Iraq through May 1.
The Faces of AIDS 08 05 03
Everyone shares responsibility for AIDS prevention -- and for making America more livable for people with HIV.
Timing Is Everything 07 29 03
People Get Ready 07 22 03
Breaking the "Rules" 07 15 03
Aim Higher Next Year 07 08 03
Why Write About Haters? 07 01 03
The Other Tallulah 06 24 03
Making Waves 06 17 03
Bienvenue å Louisiane 06 10 03
Anatomy of an Investigation 06 03 03
The Worth of Water 05 27 03
Innocence Without Delay 05 20 03
Nagin's Defining Promise 05 13 03
After one year in office, Ray Nagin has brought hope back to New Orleans.
Sobering Legislation 05 06 03
BlackBerry Jam 04 29 03
The Best Security 04 22 03
Sizing Up the Problem 04 15 03
Money on the Table 04 08 03
Land of Themes 04 01 03
The Security Czar 03 25 03
To Catch a Killer 03 18 03
The Measure of Carnival 03 11 03
Still Waiting 03 04 03
The Price of Justice 02 25 03
The Show Must Roll On 02 18 03
A Future in Doubt 02 11 03
A Pivotal Moment 02 04 03
Roe v. Wade at 30 01 28 03
Jordan's Message 01 21 03
Carrying the Torch 01 14 03
Weighing a Baby's Chances 01 07 03
Duke's Crimes 12 31 02
Green Dividends 12 21 02
It Can Happen Here 12 17 02
Our Day of Infamy 12 10 02
Insuring our Future 12 03 02
One Last Battle Cry 11 26 02
Reading Lessons 11 19 02
Legalize Medical Marijuana 11 12 02
Electoral Slump 11 05 02
Tuesday of Reckoning 10 29 02
Propositions Galore 10 22 02
The Storm Next Time 10 15 02
Gimme Shelter
10 08 02
Our Endorsements 10 01 02
Dale Atkins for District Attorney 09 24 02
No 'Dumping' 09 17 02
America's Longest Day 09 10 02
Day of Reckoning? 09 03 02
City Hall Overhaul 08 27 02
City at a Crossroads 08 20 02
Crackdown in the Quarter 08 13 02
Watching the Watchdogs 08 06 02
Not Just the Usual Suspects 07 30 02
Ocean's 11 07 23 02
The Sounds of Success 07 16 02
The Counsel Man 07 09 02
The Costs of Domestic Violence 07 02 02
The Church After Dallas 06 25 02
Benching the Judges 06 18 02
A Chance for Justice 06 11 02
Respecting Our Elders 06 04 02
The Education of Eddie Compass 05 28 02
Predator Patrol 05 21 02
The Pace of Change 05 14 02
Keep Arts 'Above the Line' 05 07 02
Save Our Coast 04 30 02
The Domicile Debate 04 23 02
Too Good to Be True 04 16 02
Balancing Acts 04 09 02
The Best Fresh Start 04 02 02
Vote on April 6 03 26 02
Fearing the Worst 03 19 02
Let's Get Buzzin'! 03 12 02
How You Play the Game 03 05 02
Youth sports leagues should make it clear that game-related violence and abusive behavior are intolerable.
Nagin For Mayor 02 26 02
Ray Nagin offers the best hope for fundamental change. That's what this election is all about.
Women and Children Last 02 19 02
As long as the state's women and children remain in this crisis, the entire population will continue to suffer.
Bowled Over 02 12 02
Election, Interrupted 02 05 02
The Gambit Ballot 01 29 02
Ray Nagin For Mayor 01 22 02
A Civil Plan 01 15 02
There should be a place on Museum Row for a world-class institution devoted to documenting and interpreting the Civil War.
Last-Minute Wrangling 01 08 02
The S&WB should slow down the privatization process to include the public in serious contract negotiations.
Resolutions We'd Like to See 01 01 02
Tale of Two Cities -- Revisited 12 25 01
Twenty years from now, what will our children say about our best efforts to improve our city?
Acts of Contrition 12 18 01
The Big 10 12 11 01
The Searchers 12 04 01
The ethics board seems unable to locate high-profile people who allegedly owe money to the public treasury.
The Consequences of Corruption 11 27 01
Unlikely Allies 11 20 01
Close Tallulah 11 13 01
A Wake-up Call 11 06 01
A New Day 10 30 01
Ambiguity at the Top 10 23 01
An agency without clear ground rules for its directors risks uncertainty at every level.
An Ounce of Prevention 10 16 01
Say 'No' to 3T 10 09 01
Rethinking Wal-Mart 10 02 01
Preparing for Terrorism 09 25 01
Most New Orleanians are not aware of their options in the event of an attack.
Our Extraordinary Strength 09 18 01
Fare Solutions 09 11 01
A Matter of Priorities 09 04 01
Transportation Jihad 08 28 01
The Toxic Top Ten 08 21 01
A Day Without Sunshine 08 14 01
Morial Kicks Off 08 07 01
Short-term economic development and business retention are the primary issues for the city today.
Keeping 'Louis' in Louisiana 07 31 01
The Victims of Dogfighting 07 24 01
The Changing Face of NOPD 07 17 01
Ban Dry Sanding 06 19 01
Graduating Drug-free 06 12 01
Take Down the Roadblocks 05 15 01
Promises to Keep 03 27 01
Paying teachers more requires nothing more than putting them first in the budget.
Signs of Slippage 03 20 01
Enough Is Enough 03 13 01
Floating a Few Proposals 03 06 01
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