Helena Moreno: Running for Mayor to Get New Orleans Functioning Again

In this powerful episode of Ground Zereaux, we sit down with Helena Moreno—Emmy-winning journalist, longtime City Council President, and now candidate for mayor of New Orleans. Helena opens up about her journey from a small-town news desk to the State Legislature, shares the lessons she’s learned from tragedy and public service, and lays out a bold plan to rebuild a functioning New Orleans.

We dive into her crime prevention strategy, her push for education and workforce development, the tech gaps inside City Hall, and her vision for revitalizing New Orleans East. If you care about the future of this city, this conversation is a must-listen.

Topics Covered:
– Crime, policing & prevention
– Vocational education & youth jobs
– Government transparency
– Tech innovation & AI potential
– Economic development in New Orleans East
– The BioDistrict and climate resilience