LSU has taken Troy Middleton’s name off of the campus library following a unanimous Board of Supervisors’ decision. Middleton was an accomplished World War 2 general and former LSU President who actively fought to maintain LSU’s segregated status during his tenure.
The Middleton family opposed the decision citing his military record and later evolution on race issues. Former lawmaker Woody Jenkins spoke on their behalf.
But Governor Edwards says there’s no way that name could stand…
During the meeting, a board member read a letter written by Middleton in 1956 where he said “I do not want negro students in LSU, I believe in the segregation of the races, and no matter what may come I shall not associate with negros.”
Early voting begins Saturday for the presidential primary election. The voting experience will be different because of COVID-19. Secretary of State Kyle Ardoin encourages voters to practice social distancing while at the polls, adding the state will be offering extra spread mitigation efforts.
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Voters will be deciding on local races in 24 parishes along with the Democratic and Republican party primaries, both of which have been functionally been wrapped up.
Today is Juneteenth, a commemoration of a milestone in the ending of slavery in the United States. The date is getting more recognition this year due to an intensified focus on historical racial injustice and LSU Chief Diversity Officer Dereck Rovaris says it may not be long until it is a federal holiday.