Comments on: Bayou Woman and Producer Kovac Need YOUR HELP!

By: Lily Espinoza-Gala

Lily Espinoza-Gala — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:17:17 +0000

After reading website for A Tide of Tears: Reclaiming the Cajun Coast, I knew in my heart that Stephanie has grasped the longitude and latitude of this vanishing way of life. Solving this problem is not a Louisiana problem. It is a national imperative. We can put numbers on the oil and gas that crosses this coast and the tonnage of Baton Rouge New Orleans Port and the seafood industry. But not on a way of life.
To lose this Cajun Culture is a tragedy equal to the Trail of Tears. This film deals with solutions!

By: Stephanie Kovac

Stephanie Kovac — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 15:30:34 +0000

Wendy,
There is no way I could ever repay you and your friends — not only for your votes but for your commitment to this cause. To me, south Louisiana is the closest to heaven you can get. The beauty of the bayou is unparalled. There’s no question it’s worth saving. And, I believe very strongly that man has a moral obligation to fix what he has destroyed. It may sound Pollyanna but it’s the truth! The lawmakers and big oil raped the land of Louisiana, and it’s high time they’re held accountable. The coast can be restored but it’s going to take more than talk, and more than a $300 million handout over four years. 40% of the nation’s wetlands are in Louisiana… they’re even called “AMERICA’S wetland”. Given all that Louisiana and the bayou people have contributed to this country — the oil and gas, the seafood, the history, the heritage — it’s about time America gave a damn, and gave back. No matter what happens with the American Express competition, I promise you I will not give up until that pipeline is in place and we’re sustaining the coast, saving the culture, and rebuilding the paradise you call home!

By: Bayou Woman

Bayou Woman — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 01:16:08 +0000

Cynthia, watch the Courier for an article about the project. Nikki Buskie picked up on theforum you started and called the producer and interviewed her!!!! You go girl! You did an amazing thing! Thanks so very, very much!
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