Does Louisiana have low Self Esteem? (New Orleans, Baton Rouge: educational, metro area, area)

[nevdowell]

I find South Louisiana has two cultures. White and black. The white culture, a mix of French, Cajun, Spanish, and Protestant has blended into South Louisiana white culture. Black culture here is strong, but its history has been marred with intense racism and violence against it, hence why so many African Americans have relocated.

One commenter asked why the NY and LA media markets don't cover Louisiana. Why would they? They are the largest two metro areas in the US. Mardi Gras is nationally known, but why would the media there want to cover Opelousas Strawberry Fest? Why doesn't Louisiana media then cover NYC city council votes? Perhaps Louisiana is clueless about the coasts.

[sailordave]

Originally Posted by nevdowell

I find South Louisiana has two cultures. White and black. The white culture, a mix of French, Cajun, Spanish, and Protestant has blended into South Louisiana white culture. Black culture here is strong, but its history has been marred with intense racism and violence against it, hence why so many African Americans have relocated.

One commenter asked why the NY and LA media markets don't cover Louisiana. Why would they? They are the largest two metro areas in the US. Mardi Gras is nationally known, but why would the media there want to cover Opelousas Strawberry Fest? Why doesn't Louisiana media then cover NYC city council votes? Perhaps Louisiana is clueless about the coasts.

NY and LA is where TV shows and movies are developed. If you're going to write in a script something about a state or region of the country then you'd better know about that area before you put fingers to keyboard.

[SacalaitWhisperer]

Television sucks for the most part. Who cares what Hollyweirdos or NewYawkers produce for TV?

I'd suggest spending time reading a book instead of watching reality tv for douchehats.

[sailordave]

Originally Posted by SacalaitWhisperer

Television sucks for the most part. Who cares what Hollyweirdos or NewYawkers produce for TV?

I'd suggest spending time reading a book instead of watching reality tv for douchehats.

I agree, but the majority of the country watch a lot of TV and unless they travel to Louisiana, what they know about Louisiana comes from those movies and shows from Hollyweird.

[mhounit]

Originally Posted by aldali

i believe that deville has a very low selfestem, due to the fact that they are racist.

Troll

[ktulu7]

Hey, I'm a native Louisianian and I have high self esteem about it for sure. When people here in Texas ask me where I'm from, I just say, "Louisiana." They ask where in the state, and I just say, "the whole thing." I've lived all over it and spent tons of time everywhere in Louisiana, so it's hard to only claim one part. However, I did grow up in North Louisiana, so that's home to me the most. I'm enjoying Texas, but one day I'll have to go back home to the Bayou State because it's just that awesome.

I do agree though that people are way too complacent with things in most of Louisiana. A LOT needs to be done, especially with corruption and some of the corporate culture, in order to really help the area. Too many people are looking for entitlements and living poorly for generations, too many people are indifferent toward their elected officials, and too many people will let their neighborhoods or environment go to waste from things like litter because they're just too indifferent. Hopefully that'll change over time. God bless Louisiana!

[Innotech]

I love this state. Texas is right next door but the simple fact that people still acknowledge Louisiana and come here to visit says a lot about the character of it. A lot of other states will pale next to a large dominant state like Texas but not this one. We still stand out and have a very very strong identity. Thats something to take pride in.

[ktulu7]

Originally Posted by Innotech

I love this state. Texas is right next door but the simple fact that people still acknowledge Louisiana and come here to visit says a lot about the character of it. A lot of other states will pale next to a large dominant state like Texas but not this one. We still stand out and have a very very strong identity. Thats something to take pride in.

Unfortunately, a lot of the idiots here in San Antonio don't even know where Louisiana is or what it's shaped like. You'd be surprised. I wear a Louisiana Tech University hat around very often, and people always seem to ask me what that is or what state that logo is. For crying out loud, it's a state that borders you, and it's shaped like the first letter in its name!!! Some people have their heads buried in the sand here. Louisiana is awesome!!

[annie_himself]

I got a call from Waco, TX and told the girl I live in Baton Rouge, she had never heard of it. Are we that insignificant or was she just a geography failure student?

[The Analog Man]

I got a call from Waco, TX and told the girl I live in Baton Rouge, she had never heard of it. Are we that insignificant or was she just a geography failure student?

This reminds me of when I lived in Little Rock, Arkansas. Many of locals had know idea where Louisiana was when mentioning where I came from. Of course this coming from people who believed that LR was a utopia and the center of the universe.