Category: Roosevelt Wright

The Louisiana legislature has passed an “open carry law” that will turn every city and town in Louisiana into dodge city, with citizens packing AR-15s and glocks, without the need for permits or training.  The governor plans to sign it,…

As Louisiana grapples with the challenge of reducing crime, Governor Jeff Landry’s “no mercy” approach has sparked debate. While the governor’s tough stance, including harsher penalties and stricter parole conditions, might seem appealing to some, it overlooks the complexity of…

District 4 City Council Member Carday Marshall distinguished himself last week by engaging directly with the concerns of his constituents in the NAACP forum. His presence was noteworthy, especially as he was the only candidate for re-election in next month’s…

With a predominantly Black city and more Black registered voters than ever, the question arises: Can Mayor Friday Ellis, who won his first term with a modest 6,835 votes, secure a second term? Two Black candidates, former Mayor Jamie Mayo…

As the Monroe City School Board seeks a new superintendent, the educational disparities facing African-American students in the district cannot be overlooked. Recent state assessment scores highlight a deep-rooted issue: African-American students are significantly lagging behind their white counterparts in…

Governor Jeff Landry’s decisive action to stop a law that would have lowered graduation standards in Louisiana was commendable. It ensured that the value of education remains high for all students. His executive order, which reversed a process that allowed…