Public Affairs

Eyewitness misidentifications are the leading cause of wrongful convictions in this country. In Louisiana alone, studies reveal that 14 out of 15 exonerated cases involved eyewitness misidentification.

I would like to thank you for your support of New Orleans Catholic Schools. Last year had its challenges, but with challenges come opportunities. I am proud of how our Catholic schools responded.

The last time this many women ran for office was 1992, the “Year of the Woman.” In 2018, record numbers of women are campaigning from both parties – and winning. What took us so long?

Women have been talking amongst ourselves for years about the obstacles we face in our careers. That’s a major reason the #MeToo movement has exploded. Not every woman has been sexually assaulted at work – but every woman knows how it feels to be marginalized, ignored and disrespected.

Everyone faces seasons of uncertainty. There is a real, pervasive need for help for people in times of crisis because of acute or chronic behavioral health issues. St. Tammany recognized this and created Safe Haven, a network of professional behavioral health care programs, to be the answer.

Operation Angel is reshaping the war on drugs using a community-based approach. Now, those suffering from addiction (any addiction) can walk into any law enforcement agency in St. Tammany Parish and seek help. Within minutes, they will be in the back seat of a police car on their way to a treatment facility to start their road to recovery.

What is happening at your child’s school? Property taxes going up? New restaurant coming to town? Is that nursing home safe for mom?

One thing not trending this June? “Dad bods.” June is National Men’s Health Month, and because it’s never too early to be proactive about your health, here are some ways you can take charge:

Publics worldwide overwhelmingly agree that the news media should be unbiased in their political coverage: A median of 75% across 38 countries, according to a 2018 Pew Research Center survey.

Our daughters are performing as never before and outperforming boys. But, there’s a disturbing contradiction that parents and teachers should be aware of.

In the Louisiana State Legislature, where all salaries are equal, why is it that the body continues to reject bills that provide equal pay for women? State legislator Helena Moreno believes that sometimes her counterparts might be the reason, often siding with males to protect businesses in rural communities.

The mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has revived the country’s contentious gun control debate, this time activated by students in the Parkland, Florida school.

While it’s impossible to fill Dr. King’s shoes, the CBC continues to honor his legacy. The policies we promote and the tactics we use are proof. We legislate, debate and convene. We also boycott, sit-in and kneel.

Have you heard of #LA_undetectable? It’s a new movement in HIV treatment and prevention, based on a successful model in San Francisco, with NOLA’s Dr. MarkAlain Dery at the forefront. Dr. Dery believes that we can become the first HIV-free generation, despite the many social determinants that people in Louisiana face.

Baptist Community Ministries (BCM) employs 13 professionally trained chaplains that work in community settings, primarily hospitals and the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD).

I painted the men and women veterans in “Portraits of Courage” to honor their service and show my respect for their sacrifice and courage. I hope to draw attention to the challenges some face when they transition to civilian life – and the need for our country to better address them.

The last two months have proven how thoroughly destructive a macho culture can be in the workplace.

For the first time in history, a woman will serve as mayor of New Orleans! LaToya Cantrell will take office in May of 2018. City councilwoman and now mayor-elect, Cantrell earned her victory in a landslide election.

The 2018NOLA Foundation announced its Next 300 Challenge and opened the application process for qualified entrepreneurs. This opportunity will support social change-makers with implementable, collaborative and innovative ideas that will positively affect our city over the next 300 years.

According to breastcancer.org, one in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Because of this alarming statistic, October turns pink each year as it becomes dedicated to breast cancer awareness.

Capital investment follows good government. Development and growth are directly linked to fiscal and regulatory policies of government.

On September 8, Congress passed an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through December 8.

I was to fly into Charlottesville this week to repair a brick walkway I built 40 years ago at my alma mater and to call on potential clients, but after this past weekend’s tragedy, I canceled.

When most people think of video games, they think of millennials and younger people; they don’t think of people 50 and older. Yet one in three Americans age 50-plus plays video games regularly. Most of these gamers play for fun and the opportunity to stay connected with loved ones through online game communities.

Technology is now a critical component of a company’s food safety plan to provide true farm-to-fork traceability and transparency. The food safety data that is generated allows them to make swift decisions for protecting the public health and meet regulations set by the Food Safety Modernization Act, as well as keep brand promises.

This month, the House passed the American Health Care Act of 2017. As Congress considers next steps in passing critical health care legislation, we encourage both houses of Congress to consult the nation’s governors.

Recently, I testified on behalf of the Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance (CSFI) before the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs on the policy priorities that should be included in the reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program.

The 2016 election left many people who are concerned about the environment fearful that progress on climate change would come screeching to a halt. In “Climate of Hope,” Mike Bloomberg and I share our experiences from government, business and advocacy to offer an optimistic look at the challenge of climate change, the solutions we believe hold the greatest promise, and the practical steps necessary to achieve them.

With only 10 percent of Louisiana’s budget easily accessible every year, legislators are faced with few choices when composing the state’s budget.

Regardless of your political persuasion, there’s one thing on which all Louisianians can agree: the necessity of seersucker. Our Senator Bill Cassidy agrees.