Tag: Roosevelt Wright Jr

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…

The recent implementation of “learning pods” in Louisiana’s public and charter schools, as per Act No. 400 of 2021, raises a crucial question: Does this innovative educational structure enhance or undermine public education? The new law allows a school district…

In the season where the world resonates with the message of peace and goodwill, a stark contrast is painted by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinians, where thousands of innocent lives, especially those of women and children, are lost.…

The razor-thin margin in the 2023 Caddo Parish Sheriff’s election, where Henry Whitehorn edged out John Nickelson by a single vote, is a striking reminder of the significant impact each vote can have in shaping electoral outcomes. This isn’t a…

Before the Monroe City School board hires a new superintendent, a critical step must precede this: a forensic audit of the district’s finances. Recent revelations about the financial conduct under Former Superintendent Brent Vidrine underscore the urgency of this action.…