Takin' it to the Streets

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As part of Insight New Orleans, here's what folks had to say about the New Orleans tradition of second line processions.

Carmen Wiseman, from Canada -
"I love music and dancing, I love New Orleans music, and I really want to be a part of a second line... I found out about second lines from Tremé and have been itching to join one ever since. In fact, participating in/attending a second line was one big reason why I chose to come to New Orleans for my birthday."

Sean Edgerson, member of Black Men of Labor Social Aid & Pleasure Club -
"When you hear and see it coming down the street, a TRADITIONAL New Orleans Second Line Parade is a social trumpet echoing loud and clear that we are present and still here after and in spite of racial discrimination and the escalation of permits... Second lines are an integral part of New Orleans community and culture. Cracking down on them makes little sense.”

Christopher Hammersla -
Understands the cultural meanings behind second lines as "complete freedom... in a world full of spectators, it perfectly argues the case that if you free your mind, your ass will follow. It's one of the few things that really matter anymore in New Orleans."

What are your thoughts and feelings about second lines?

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