Newell: New Orleans mayoral candidates are dodging a big word…Revenue. And, yes, that means taxes.

Let’s confront an uncomfortable question: Is the cost of living in New Orleans worth the benefit of living here?

For many, we know the answer. It’s no. That’s why we have a population crisis.

Living in a city comes with a pricetag. But the added tax is supposed to provide a return on investment. That ROI could come by way of transportation, public works, sanitation, schools, parks & rec, or law enforcement. Through these departments and services, municipal government is supposed to make life easier…

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