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Louisiana Bucket Brigade, Habitat Recovery Project Submit Notice of Intent to Sue Venture Global for Violations of the Clean Air Act

March 14, 2025

Organizations intend to sue for ongoing violations at the Calcasieu Pass export facility in Cameron, LA The Louisiana Bucket Brigade and Habitat Recovery Project submitted a 60-day notice of intent to sue Venture Global for continued violations of the Clean Air Act at its Calcasieu Pass (CP) liquified natural gas (LNG) export facility. The organizations seek to […]

Louisiana Voters and Advocacy Group Sue to Block “Unconstitutional” Amendments from March Ballot

March 12, 2025

Five Louisiana voters, along with the advocacy group Voice of the Experienced (VOTE), have filed a lawsuit against Secretary of State Nancy Landry, seeking to remove two proposed constitutional amendments from the March 29, 2025, ballot. The legal challenge alleges that the Louisiana Legislature violated constitutional procedures to fast-track the measures, marking the second lawsuit […]

Why Louisiana is Ground Zero for Environmental Injustice

March 11, 2025

Louisiana is often celebrated for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant music scene, and world-renowned cuisine. However, beneath the surface of its storied history lies a darker reality: the state has become ground zero for environmental injustice. From the toxic industrial corridor known as “Cancer Alley” to the destruction of coastal wetlands that disproportionately harms marginalized […]

How Gentrification is Changing New Orleans’ Historic Neighborhoods: A Progressive Analysis

March 7, 2025

New Orleans is a city defined by its history, culture, and resilience. From the Creole cottages of the French Quarter to the shotgun houses of Tremé, the city’s historic neighborhoods have long been home to Black, working-class, and artist communities that have shaped its identity. However, in recent decades, gentrification has rapidly transformed these areas, […]

Policy, Legal Experts Hold Webinar Breaking Down the Truth Behind Upcoming Ballot Amendments

February 26, 2025

Grassroots coalition highlights harmful impacts and deceptive and undemocratic nature of March 29 ballot amendments Yesterday, policy and legal experts met for a webinar to discuss the four constitutional amendments set to appear on Louisiana’s March 29 ballot. Hosted by the Say No to Them All, Y’all campaign, the webinar provided information about the misleading […]

Liberty and Dignity Coalition Slams Upcoming Attempt to Amend the State’s Constitution that Would Hand Over Power to Legislators to Jail Kids in the Adult Prison System

January 31, 2025

On March 29, Louisiana voters will be tasked with voting on Amendment 3, a proposed change to the state constitution that will create a pathway for any child to be transferred to adult court for any felony offense. Transferring children to the adult criminal legal system increases the likelihood of reoffense, abuse and suicide of young people […]

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