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Today on Louisiana Considered, we break down the Legislature’s special session on redistricting and learn why Gov. Jeff Landry is advocating for a closed primary system.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear the story of the German Coast uprising, the largest rebellion of enslaved people in American history, and discuss its legacy more than 200 years later.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the New Orleans City Council’s efforts to prevent corruption by contractors. We also hear about grant-funded recycling efforts and check in with the Musaica Chamber Ensemble.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we learn about the United Auto Workers’ organization attempts in the South. We also explore the connection between Louisiana and Haiti through artwork and learn about the latest mural in downtown NOLA.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we discuss where Louisiana falls nationally in terms of its “school choice” policies. We also hear about a report that says Louisiana has the 10th most regressive tax system in the country.

Manship Chair in Journalism at the Manship School of Mass Communication Bob Mann gives his take on local and national politics including Donald Trump vs Nikki Haley and also Cleo Fields running in District 6. Washington Post reporter Meryl Kornfield talks the New Hampshire primary. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster celebrates both Aaron Neville and Neil Diamond on their 83rd birthday.

Today on Louisiana Considered, we hear about a new podcast that looks at the impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill 13 years ago. Plus, we hear about a new call-in radio show dedicated to exploring political middle grounds and catch the latest utility bill of the month.

Vice President of the EBR School Board Patrick Martin speaks on the upcoming meeting regarding the succession plan and other issues within the school board. Journalist and published of Louisiana Voice Tom Aswell talks various political topics including the New Hampshire Primary. Talk Louisiana host Jim Engster remembers investigative reporter John Camp amid his recent passing.

The Voice of the Valley Dan Borne talks his upcoming induction into the Louisiana Political Hall of Fame and the LSU Lady Tigers against South Carolina. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various political topics including Cleo Fields and Garret Graves.

Former LSU basketball and NBA player Rudy Macklin speaks on his role with the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports and its importance and also New Year's resolutions. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks local and national political topics including the 2024 election year and also the special session.