The New Orleans City Council recently voted unanimously to change the name of Robert E. Lee Boulevard to Allen Toussaint Boulevard. Toussaint, a New Orleans music legend, died in 2015. “Allen Toussaint is a New Orleans native and world-renowned musician. He represents the very best of our city, and I am proud to take this step toward honoring his legacy,” said Councilmember Jared Brosset, who introduced the ordinance.
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