New Orleans has a long history of political corruption. It is hardly America's fault if those elected to lead cannot get their act together. The historic districts of New Orleans survived because they are built on slightly higher ground.....such as it exists in that city. Naturally, the city government got the French Quarter up and running as quickly as possible because that is the financial lifeline of New Orleans. In other areas, battles rage on what should be done. Apparently, it's hard to get building permits. Environmentalists are against rebuilding on reclaimed swampland. I don't doubt there are lawsuits.--- agree bullseyebarb but in comparison to the other districts the french quarter was not badly affected so it didn't take that much to get it up and running surely? the corruption in local politics is legendary, i agree but its so in central government also, at the end of the day its cos the bulk of the population is black, who by the way are the most friendly people i have ever met and deserve better.
