A New Chapter for New Orleans
U.S. Rep. Troy Carter said Mayor Helena Moreno’s inauguration marked a fresh start for New Orleans. He described the atmosphere as hopeful and forward-looking. Carter said people feel ready to move past division and focus on progress.
He noted the crowd reflected the full makeup of Louisiana. Democrats and Republicans attended. Business leaders, clergy, educators, and nonprofit advocates filled the room. Carter said the moment felt like a shared commitment to get things right.
At a time of national political tension, he called the mood in New Orleans refreshing. He said people want solutions, not fights. The goal, he added, is to strengthen the city and build on what already works.
Collaboration Over Conflict
Carter acknowledged past friction between City Hall and the City Council. He said Moreno’s leadership offers a chance to reset that dynamic. According to Carter, checks and balances matter, but constant conflict does not help residents.
He compared city leadership to a board and CEO relationship. The mayor leads, but collaboration matters. Carter said transparency, communication, and discussion lead to better outcomes. More voices at the table create stronger policies and wider support.
Disagreements, he added, do not make people enemies. Leaders can differ while still working together for the city’s success.
Bipartisan Progress on Health Care
That same spirit of cooperation showed up in Congress. Carter highlighted a bipartisan House vote to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits. Seventeen Republicans joined Democrats after a procedural push brought the bill forward.
He said the credits help working families and small business owners. Many earn too much for Medicaid but cannot afford rising insurance costs. Carter called the issue practical, not political.
As the bill heads to the Senate, he urged Louisianans to speak up. Carter said affordable health care benefits everyone and saves costs in the long run.