Corruption and stupidity is ever a feature of New Orleans government. One of the few places a hurricane deserves a ‘Thank You card, I lived on Canal Street years ago when I was younger and couldn’t wait to leave! - DD
New Orleans is the “City that Care Forgot,” the home of the Mardi Gras, Bourbon Street, and the world-famous French Quarter. It also teems with rich culture, colorful history, beautiful architecture, fabulous food, renowned restaurants, amazing festivals, and attractions that bring tourists from every corner of the globe. No other city can host an event like New Orleans, which makes it a popular destination for conventions, Super Bowls, and a multitude of special occasions for individuals, couples, families, and businesses.
Unfortunately, New Orleans is also home to progressive politics that have turned the city into a hub of dysfunction. Democrats control every political position in New Orleans, including school board members, legislators, council members, a U.S. Congressman, and, of course, the mayor. In fact, the last Republican Mayor of New Orleans left office in 1872, so Democrats have had 153 years of uninterrupted control.
Sadly, in New Orleans, elections are not even close, as Republican candidates are fortunate to garner 15% of the vote in gubernatorial or presidential elections. Yet, an obvious question for the very progressive voters in New Orleans is why do you keep electing Democrats to office?
Democrats have delivered substandard streets, poorly performing schools, an extremely high crime rate, and a dismal economy. Democrats keep getting elected, but they never improve the…