70 percent of the people in Louisiana who have died from COVID-19 were African Americans, a group that only makes up a third of the population. LSU Health New Orleans Professor of Public Health Dr. Jim Diaz says one reason is that COVID-19 is particularly dangerous for this demographic is that they are more likely to be a risk for certain underlying conditions that are untreated.
Cut 7 (12) “…conditions.”

A survey from Public Policy Polling shows 68 percent of Louisianans approve of Governor Edwards’ handling of the coronavirus crisis. UL Lafayette Poli Sci Professor Pearson Cross says the splits show a surprising 56 to 25 percent approval/disapproval from state Republicans when asked how he’s handling the crisis.
Cut 12 (07) “…as well.”

Landlords may not be able to legally evict tenants due to Louisiana’s stay-at-home order through April 30th, but that doesn’t excuse someone from paying rent nor allow landlords permission to retaliate.  Staff attorney at Southeast Louisiana Legal Services Hannah Adams says it is important to have some sort of documentation on hand showing that you reside at the address in the event that you are accused of not being a tenant.
Cut 5 (12)  “…you live there.”
Allstate says auto insurance policyholders will see a rebate on their April and May premiums due to the lack of driving during the coronavirus pandemic. Real Reform Louisiana, Executive Director Eric Holl says Allstate is setting the example and he’s asking Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon to encourage other insurance companies to do the same because now is not the time to be overcharging customers for car insurance they aren’t using.
Cut 11 (11) “…not driving”