Louisiana Open Letters

From a verified voter in Shreveport, LA4/7

Opposition to Senate Bill 74

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my strong opposition to Senate Bill 74, recently introduced by Senator Alan Seabaugh. This legislation proposes to automatically send 15-year-olds to adult court for any felony, which I believe is a deeply misguided approach to juvenile jus

From a verified voter in Mandeville, LA4/7

Happy Right to Read Day.  I urge you to overturn the President’s March 14 executive order that aims to dismantle the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the only federal agency dedicated to funding library services in communities nationwide. IMLS provides critical support to students, f

From a constituent in Covington, LA4/6

Don’t be a traitor

The United States has three branches of government. Each branch was designed to be a check on the other two. If one branch begins to steal the power away from another branch, tyranny ensues. Judges have the duty to make sure the other branches are following the Constitution. When the power of judges

From a constituent in Natchitoches, LA4/6

Support for S.1293

The Constitution grants Congress the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations and lay and collect duties. However, recent administrations have imposed tariffs unilaterally under claims of national security threats. Unchecked executive overreach on trade policy undermines the system of checks

From a constituent in Denham Springs, LA4/5

Louisiana in Crisis: A Call to Defend Democracy As a mental health professional, I can tell you firsthand how afraid the citizens of Louisiana are of the current administration. They fear for their livelihoods, their loved ones, and even their lives. They are afraid of financial ruin, recession, an

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/5

Help Louisiana's Local Farms

Louisiana's small farms and local food systems are vital for sustaining our communities and preserving our cultural heritage. These small-scale operations prioritize sustainable practices, foster strong local economies, and provide fresh, nutritious produce. However, they face significant challenges

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/5

Stop President Trump's No Good Very Bad Economic Policies

I am writing to request immediate action by Congress to stop the disastrous Trump recession. President Trump's economic polices display short sighted disregard for the American people, alienate our allies abroad, and cause pain for the most vulnerable. Consumers and retirees are now hurting and it w

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/5

Protect university research funding for Louisiana's economic future

Tulane University is a vital economic engine for Louisiana, contributing $5.2 billion annually to the state's economy, supporting over 30,000 jobs, and generating $88.2 million in tax revenue. The university's research activities, particularly at the National Primate Research Center in Covington wit

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/4

Oh for crying out loud! Please stop the bleeding. I've lost $30,000 of my S/P 500 mutual fund in just 2 days due to Trump Tarriffs. I'm retired. I'm taking money out, not putting in. I need this money. I don't have time for this to rebound. I understand market flux and corrections. This isn

From a constituent in Natchitoches, LA4/4

Louisiana faces significant budgetary challenges that demand responsible and ethical leadership focused on the needs of all residents. The governor's proposed hiring freeze may provide short-term savings, but sustainable solutions require transparent policymaking that prioritizes the wellbeing of wo

From a constituent in Natchitoches, LA4/4

Comprehensive reform needed for student loan debt relief

I firmly believe that student loan repayment and forgiveness programs need to be significantly expanded. The current system places an undue burden on borrowers, hindering their ability to build wealth and fully participate in the economy. Furthermore, any forgiven student loan amount should not be t

From a verified voter in Mandeville, LA4/4

Please speak out to improve diplomatic relationships with our allies. As we have seen by Greenland's less than enthusiastic welcome of  Vance and Walz's visit (and the Make America Go Away MAGA signs), the people of Greenland have no desire to be part of the US.  I am concerned with Trump's continue

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/3

Your continued support of President Trump given the near daily reports of abject stupidity coming out of the White House is a staggering admission of your own buffoonery. ChatGPT being used to write the tariff EO’s which makes sense given that the entire thing doesn’t actually make any sense whatsoe

From a constituent in New Orleans, LA4/3

Cancel destructive tariffs, pursue negotiated solution for global trade

The Trump administration's sweeping tariffs on imports from allies and rivals alike are severely disrupting global markets and trade flows. These punitive duties, as high as 46% on goods from major trading partners like China and the European Union, risk sparking a destructive trade war that could c

From a constituent in New Orleans, LA4/3

Congress has the power to stop this tariff nonsense. You want a recession? What is it going to take for you to actually do your job?

From a verified voter in Mandeville, LA4/3

Please oppose cuts to the HUD workforce.  There is an accelerating homelessness crisis in our country, fueled by a shrinking inventory of affordable housing, escalating rent prices, and an increasing number of our family members, friends, and neighbors who are only one or two paychecks away from liv

From a constituent in New Orleans, LA4/2

Meals on Wheels too? You people are literal monsters. Use your Constitutionally granted superpowers and make this DOGE grift stop immediately. Like now. We see what he’s doing, diverting programs to his own benefit (and our detriment). This is OUR tax money we’re talking about. Our government works

From a verified voter in Mandeville, LA4/2

Please oppose the imposition of senseless tariffs. The latest round of 25% tariffs on foreign cars will hurt consumers, especially the middle class. Oh wait, Tesla makes all its cars in the US... I'm following now. The stock market has not reacted well to the uncertainty tariffs have created and jus

From a constituent in Denham Springs, LA4/2

I am writing to express my unequivocal and urgent opposition to the so-called No Rogue Rulings Act, which I view as a blatant overreach of executive power and a direct threat to the foundational checks and balances enshrined in the United States Constitution. This legislation, under the guise of “r

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/2

Republicans claim to be pro-life. The Republican Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr, an anti-vaxxer with no experience in public health to be head of Human Health and services. This individual has recommended Vitamin A as a treatment for the measles epidemic while the Trump administration cuts f

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/1

Keep NASA Independent Stop Musk

NASA's scientific integrity and independence are crucial for advancing space exploration for the benefit of all humanity. Allowing a private company with vested interests to take control of NASA would undermine its mission and compromise its objectivity. SpaceX's rockets have had high-profile failur

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/1

Protect education for students with disabilities amid Department cuts

The Trump administration's plans to gut the Department of Education and transfer oversight of special education programs to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) threaten to undermine the rights and services for the 7.5 million students with disabilities across the country. While funding

From a verified voter in Urania, LA4/1

Your silence

I hope you took note of the amendment result this weekend. The people of Louisiana are waking up and we are mad. You are right there with Mike Johnson and Landry in helping Trump install himself as a dictator. Your silence is complicity.

From a verified voter in Mandeville, LA4/1

I urge you to strongly condemn the round up currently underway of college students - permanent residents and those on student visas - whose only "crime" is peacefully opposing Israel's tactics in the war in Gaza. The latest high-profile example is the arrest and planned deportation of Rumeysa Ozturk

From a verified voter in New Orleans, LA4/1

Safeguard America's research leadership and economic competitiveness

The Trump administration's policies targeting universities, researchers, and foreign students are detrimental to America's scientific prowess and economic competitiveness. Restricting academic freedom, instilling fear in lawful residents, and limiting the flow of talent from abroad will severely und