Commentary: New Orleans' Southern Decadence is a joyous celebration of queer life

As New Orleans begins the 52nd annual Southern Decadence celebration of queer life and culture this year, it is important to stop and remember how important LGBTQ people have been to our city's culture and history. This year's celebration comes at a time when Jeff Landry and other Republicans are openly waging war against queer people, making the 2024 Decadence more important than ever as a symbol to queer people everywhere, especially children in other parts of Louisiana and the south.