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Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn how the presence of immigration enforcement could lead to a decline in Mardi Gras tourism. We also hear about the newest annex of the Acadian Museum of South Louisiana, and hear about a local guitarist’s latest tour.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the state legislative sessions in Mississippi and Alabama. We also hear from a New Orleans investigative reporter who’s used her journalism experience to write her debut novel.

President of the The National Coalition of 100 Black Women Inc. Metropolitan Baton Rouge Denage Piper talks the mission and impact of the organization and also comments on immigration issues throughout the country. Louisiana House of Representatives from the 68th district and candidate for congress speaks on his campaign and candidacy. Author and ex-boyfriend of Nicole Brown Simpson Keith Zlomsowitch talks his latest work, "Stalked".

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn why Louisiana’s parole rates have sunk to their lowest number in 20 years. We also hear about a new exhibit that examines the lost burial grounds of enslaved people in West Baton Rouge parish. And, we speak to a Tulane professor about his pioneering inventions in cancer imaging technologies.

Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein gives insight into what's new at the library including library funding and Mid City Micro-con. Civil rights activist and politician Gary Chambers comments on various political topics including the Democratic party and the upcoming election.

Former LSU basketball player and Ukrainian businessman Roman Rubchenko speaks on the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia and sheds light on how other countries can offer support. Polling analyst Ron Faucheux talks the Louisiana mid-term elections and current socio-political issues. Managing Artistic Director at Swine Palace and LSU Theatre Vastine Stabler is joined by actress Nicole Lovince to chat about their upcoming production of "The Totality of All Things". For more information, visit: https://calendar.lsu.edu/event/the-totality-of-all-things

Today on Louisiana Considered, we get the latest on a lawsuit challenging a state law that bans gender affirming care for minors. We also hear about a civics bee headed to St. Tammany Parish. And we learn about efforts to restore a 100-year-old building where Louis Armstrong spent time with a Jewish family.

Former congressman Charles Boustany talks various political topics including the latest with Pres. Trump, ICE, and Minneapolis. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including the latest in Washington, the upcoming senate race with Letlow and Cassidy, and ICE.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we check in on Mardi Gras at the nation’s capital. We also learn about Gov. Landry’s new energy industry plan, and hear the story behind Black History Month.

Lieutenant governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser comments on various local topics including the latest on tourism and Carnival season. Longtime politico James Carville talks various political topics including Pres. Trump and ICE activity in Minnesota. Lawyer and former head of the ACLU Marjorie Esman is joined by associate professor of political science at Louisiana State University Shreveport Jeff Sadow to discuss the impact and effect of immigration enforcement.