Gambit Commentary: Mayor Cantrell should let Thoth roll Uptown

While I agree with the article’s sentiment it’s sad that Clancy/Gambit can’t help themselves and have to comment on Endymion’s choice for Grand Marshall, a right winger. And while they single out Endymion for not having their route changed in a major way the omission of any mention of Zulu getting the same preferential treatment is glaring.

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“….the mayor has dictated that virtually all krewes must follow a one-size-fits-most route that takes them off Magazine Street entirely and far away from Thoth’s traditional, winding Uptown route. Cantrell insists her edict — from which the Krewe of Endymion (a suburban and tourist favorite) is essentially exempt — is necessary because the city lacks enough cops to work longer routes. Yet, she’s offered Thoth no explanation why Endymion should be shown deference while they are not.”

“In short, Cantrell and Ferguson are snubbing sick kids, elderly mameres and nuns while rolling out the red carpet for the Krewe of Chad. Thoth may not have the money or the gawdy flash of Endymion, but it is a beloved early-day parade for generations of New Orleanians, and they deserve better.”