The U.S. Supreme Court is once again positioned to decide the future of Black political power in Louisiana. This time, the case centers on whether a congressional district map—drawn under court order to comply with the Voting Rights Act (VRA)—should be struck down as unconstitutional. The consolidated cases, Louisiana v. Callais and Robinson v. Callais, […]
When Democrat Jon Bel Edwards was elected governor of Louisiana in 2015, few expected the West Point graduate from Amite to become one of the most consequential leaders for New Orleans in recent memory. In a deep red state, Edwards defied expectations—not by loud partisanship, but by delivering quiet, pragmatic progress that reshaped healthcare, justice, […]
In a powerful statement at the ballot box, Louisiana voters overwhelmingly rejected all four proposed constitutional amendments on March 29, 2025—delivering a resounding message that the public won’t be rushed into rewriting core aspects of the state’s tax code or justice system without thorough scrutiny and community input. Amendment 1: A Check on Judicial Overreach […]
On Saturday, March 29, 2025, voters across Louisiana will be asked to weigh in on four proposed constitutional amendments. After reviewing the language, intent, and long-term impact of each proposal, Big Easy Magazine is encouraging voters to vote NO on all four amendments. This isn’t a decision rooted in politics—it’s a judgment based on principles. […]
It’s been just over a month since New Orleans hosted Super Bowl LIX — and while the stadium is quiet again, the controversy surrounding Governor Jeff Landry’s decision to clear homeless encampments near the Caesars Superdome is still stirring debate. In the weeks before the event, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry ordered the removal of several […]
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