AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVoting Rights Fight: Louisiana activists are regrouping after the U.S. Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais decision gutted key protections and helped reshape Black representation ahead of the midterms, with a new “Reignite Louisiana” push focused on turnout, accessible election info, and a new economic message. Diesel Prices & Rural Pressure: GasBuddy reports the lowest diesel in Vermilion Parish hit $5.59 for the week ending Sept. 19, while Louisiana’s statewide diesel average rose to $5.93—fuel costs that keep feeding political pressure on state and federal leaders. Space & Jobs: Coverage continues on Louisiana’s SpaceX push, including the deal-making behind the Starbase effort and the promise of thousands of jobs tied to the spaceport. Local History & Memory: A new LSU Press book spotlights the Louisiana Native Guard and the Black military’s role in the Civil War, adding nuance to how Louisiana’s history is taught and remembered. Education & Work: Louisiana universities are preparing for a narrowing job market as the Board of Regents weighs terminating more programs, raising questions about how schools align training with hiring reality. Culture: YES Theatre unveiled the cast for its upcoming Frozen production, bringing new faces to Elsa and Anna.
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