ThinkLouisiana is a site where you and others who care about Louisiana can answer the question “How can we make Louisiana and New Orleans a better place?” Post your best ideas here; let people know what you’re thinking. Louisiana needs smart minds and good thoughts… this is a place for both. This is not a place to rant or complain; we are looking for constructive ideas and inspiration for painting a new picture of New Orleans and Louisiana. We have been given a blank canvas… this is your opportunity to fill it.

You can submit an idea. You can endorse an idea. Most importantly, you can email an idea to your mayor, congressperson, governor, President or neighbor. ThinkLouisiana is meant to give Louisiana a brain trust and a voice. Let’s use it.

The length or composition of your idea doesn't matter... the content does. Submissions that are complaints, ranting or a venting of frustration will be returned to the author for a second try. You have good thoughts on how to make Louisiana and New Orleans a better place… please speak up.