Louisiana
Why Losing Hits Harder In Louisiana: Insights & Reactions Revealed
You’ve heard the phrase “You can’t win ’em all.” Well, in Louisiana, when we don’t win, we are very likely to get upset. Now over the years, the New Orleans Saints before the mid-2000s were notorious for grabbing defeat out of the jaws of victory turning Saints fans into Aints fans, and employing the use of paper bags on their heads at games.
A recent survey from Captain Gambling including over 2,000 Americans determined how the average person from each state responds to a loss (since it’s a gambling site we are assuming they are only referring only to sports losses.)
via CaptainGambling
According to the survey, 33 percent of Americans stay calm after a loss. Other reactions included:
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Laughing it off
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Asking for a rematch
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Walk away
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Deny the loss
Not surprisingly, 15% of the survey respondents have actually gotten into fights with other players after losing. There is plenty of video evidence to support the finding if you do a quick search on YouTube. Even though he’s not originally from Missouri, Patrick Mahomes might have blown the curve on the calm nature of the state at 36%.
That being said, where does Louisiana rank in terms of handling a loss? At least we’re not at the top of the list. That honor goes to our neighbor to the north in Arkansas with 83% of respondents admitting they lose it when they lose. Louisiana follows on the list at number 2, with 80% of those surveyed admitting to being a sore loser. The primary reaction to losing in Louisiana is to deny the loss.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, if you’re looking for states that stay calm in the face of defeat, head to Utah and Iowa who are only 17% likely to get upset when they lose.
One interesting question on the survey asked if parents intentionally let children win games. While there was no official breakdown by state, 57% said they occasionally let their kids win, 30% said ‘Yes’ and 13% were not going to lighten up just because they were playing against a child.
As to why Louisianans react the way they do after a loss is up for debate, but I’d like to think it’s because of our fiery spirit and tenacity to never give up, even if it means denying we lost. Louisiana has plenty to celebrate, and here are a few things we’re proud of.
Fun Facts About Louisiana That May Surprise You
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Cory Dennis, who served as Jeff Landry’s campaign manager in last year’s governor’s race, is the new executive director of the Louisiana Republican Party.
Dennis’ appointment will give Landry a key lieutenant to help oversee the party’s activities at a time when the new governor is pushing the Legislature to expand his already considerable powers in state policy matters.
Dennis, who has worked for Landry in various positions since moving to Louisiana from Maryland in 2020, is the first African American to serve as the party’s executive director.
At the state party meeting in April, Dennis was only one of two African Americans in the room when the 230 state central committee members selected Derek Babcock, an insurance company owner from Livingston Parish, to replace Louis Gurvich as the Louisiana GOP chair. Landry endorsed Babcock and others in their races for the state central committee.
“I’m not there as his inside man,” Dennis said of the governor. “I’m there to help Derek and the rest of the executive committee move the party forward. I think you’ll see the party continue to grow, get stronger and be more influential.”
The state party played an important role in Landry’s campaign by giving him an early endorsement. That put the party machinery behind him and allowed big donors to make six-figure contributions to the party that could be used to elect him.
Dennis, 31, is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. He worked for Republicans in Maryland before moving to Louisiana to work for Landry.
Rhett Davis, a long-time party fixture, will continue in his role as an influential outside consultant.
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – Teachers are still feeling the effects of the pandemic years later, contributing to reduced retention rates and the teacher shortage in Louisiana and across the country.
Charity Leblanc, school-to-work coordinator and Union representative at Salmen High School in St. Tammany Parish, says time is one of the biggest factors contributing to teacher stress.
“I dealt with some things this morning that someone didn’t get done in a timely manner, kind of fell on me, I had to take care of it at the last minute. If there was a better way and a better system for that, it would’ve worked itself out,” Leblanc said.
According to the National Education Association, 80% of teachers report having to take on extra tasks to make up for staffing shortages.
Leblanc says the extra tasks coupled with a lack of support causes teachers to reach a breaking point.
“Everybody has 50 things to do, and trying to manage all of that is very difficult,” Leblanc said. “I’ve seen people leave in a couple of months because this is not what they thought it was.”
East Baton Rouge Parish Schools Chief of Human Resources Dr. Nichola Hall suggests having additional in-classroom staff could take some tasks off teacher’s plates.
“They just want to be teachers, they just want to teach and nurture folks to be successful, so if anything, I could do from that lens, that would be the biggest impact is how much more support can we put, physical support in the classroom,” Dr. Hall said.
With all the burdens placed on teachers, Dr. Hall emphasizes the importance of uplifting teachers. East Baton Rouge School System is hosting its annual Spring Fling Recruitment Fair on Saturday.
“Part of the celebration is recognizing, so tomorrow at Spring Fling, we will have a fitness instructor there to work us out, smoothies will be on deck, along with yogurt,” Dr. Hall said.
Dr. Hall hopes more gestures like these will remind teachers of their impact on the next generation.
East Baton Rouge Parish School System’s Spring Fling Recruitment Fair is Saturday, April 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Jefferson Terrace Academy, 5601 Upton Drive.
Applicants should bring a resume, reference letters, official transcripts, and certifications. To register, click here.
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BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (KPEL News) – A tragic incident occurred on Thursday, April 25, 2024, as a collision between a vehicle and a bicyclist claimed the life of 66-year-old Shelton J. Edmond of Breaux Bridge.
The St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office received a distress call at around 9:00 p.m. from a motorist reporting the crash, which transpired in the 1300 block of Zin Zin Road.
Initial investigations revealed that the driver of the vehicle was traveling westbound on Zin Zin Road when the collision took place. Simultaneously, Edmond, also traveling westward on his bicycle, was struck by the vehicle.
Deputies on the scene noted that the bicycle lacked a rear light or reflector, and Edmond was wearing dark clothing at the time of the accident. However, impairment on the part of the driver was ruled out as a contributing factor.
Despite the swift response of emergency services, Edmond was pronounced deceased at the scene due to injuries sustained in the crash. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
The St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office expressed gratitude to the Breaux Bridge Police Department and State Police for their cooperation and assistance in the investigation. As authorities continue their inquiries, the community mourns the loss of a beloved individual and emphasizes the importance of road safety for all travelers.
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