We've had problems getting access to email and the blog, but here's an update. Everyone has started working in various placements. Seems like everything is going well. People in the Public Defender's office are interviewing inmates, DA's office is doing screening and observing criminal trials, Loyola is doing interesting adverse possession cases (trying to get people back homes that were taken post-Katrina), Succession is working to clear title, and the Baker project is interviewing residents at a FEMA trailer camp. Very interesting stories are coming from all of the students and faculty. Last night we attended a rally/orientation with the Student Hurricaine Network. There were many great speakers including a HUSL alum. Unfortunately, a few of our group members were involved in a minor accident. Everyone is fine and they continuted on their original mission to get food for everyone.
Tonight we had dinner at Cafe Reconcile. It is a really neat place that is much more than a restaurant. Google it and find out more. We were hosted by Senator Landrieu's office and Councilman Carter. It was the real deal. Amazing food, locals telling their stories, and a great chance for the whole group to get together. A few of us managed to find our way to Frenchman St. where the locals hang out and listen to great live music. Tomorrow is our last full day of work and our last night.
I have been doing research out in St. Charles Parish, which allowed me the opportunity to see some of the damage from the recent tornado. I'll attach a picture of that.
I'll post a few more pics (planning and chillin at St. Maurice Parish, and Louis, Nick and Morgan; the founder of Student Hurricaine Network). By tomorrow I should have additional postings from other people. Couldn't do it today because....HUSL email is down....again.
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