WHAT IS LOUISIANA V. CALLAIS ABOUT? Louisiana v. Callais is a redistricting case before the U.S. Supreme Court that will determine the future of Louisiana’s congressional map. The Supreme Court will hear oral argument on March 24, 2025. The outcome of the case will not only impact Louisiana but will also forecast the resilience of our democratic values and shape the future of redistricting cases nationwide.  At its core, Louisiana v. Callais is about equal representation for Black voters in Louisiana and the role of race in redistricting. The Court will determine if Louisiana lawmakers properly balanced constitutional and Voting Rights Act of 1965 (“VRA”) protections when enacting a new congressional map with two majority-Black districts in 2024, following years of litigation under Section 2 of the VRA.  The Court will be poised to address long-held precedent about how lawmakers must balance constitutional and VRA protections when enacting maps—as well as the extent of their...

NEW ORLEANS (Louisiana First) — A fashion show in New Orleans aims to show off the hottest looks while raising money for nonprofits during Super Bowl weekend.  The Power Coalition for Equity & Justice teams up with the Off the Field NFL Wives Association, a national nonprofit comprised of the spouses of active and retired NFL players, for the 24th annual Charity Fashion Show before the Super Bowl.  The event brings together NFL wives, community leaders, and philanthropic organizations to showcase style and fashion and raise funds for impactful causes. The Power Coalition will work alongside Off the Field to amplify the importance of civic engagement and community empowerment.  “We started because we really wanted to give back. Our mission is to work with each local community and see how we can give back with our proceeds,” Off the Field NFL Wives Association Executive Director Asia Richardson said....