This morning RW called my attention to an article on the Bayou Buzz website; http://www.bayoubuzz.com/News/Louisiana/Government/Race_Relations_In_New_Orleans_Post_Katrina__Your_Thoughts__8666.asp
After reading that article she responded. I agree with that response and decided, with her permission to post it here for others to see.
It is been a long time in coming but this discussion is essential. Unfortunately the hatred that exists has been fomented by some in an attempt to gain positions or to gain recognition. This should not be for gain of any sort but for the improvement of our city. It is time for New Orleans to regenerate into a city of unity and serve as an example to all. It can work, if the people put aside their ancestries, their wealth, their status, their personal well being and ambitions and consider the needs of all citizens. It is something that we have been calling for over the years and even more so since Katrina. History will speak that the cause comes from people of all ancestries. It is unfortunate that some of the more influential people and organizations and religions have caused some of the hurt that we see today. May this city move forward. May we recognize the cause of the distress that exists today and may we create what we have called a nouvelle New Orleans, a city of harmony and a city united for a better future for all.
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