re: LSU Study: Mississippi River diversions led to wetland loss, not growth

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I’m not sure what you’re talking about. Do you not agree that New Orleans brings in international tourists that contribute to the U.S. economy due to its very unique history and culture?

But beyond that, it’s still a huge port city at the mouth of the biggest and most financially impactful river in the U.S. Do you not think the federal government has an interest in maintaining it as a functional city?

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you do know this is being paid for by the BP oils spill money right, and not just the state? LINK

hell most state projects have supported funding form the federal government.