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As the confusion and controversy about New Orleans reconstruction continues, a Mardi Gras celebration crowded the city’s flamboyant Bourbon Street. Some citizens had objections to the celebration during such a tense period. Others felt that Mardi Gras was absolutely necessary in order to provide the city with much needed revenue.

The Loquitur was fortunate enough to have Assistant Photo Editor Dan Squire travel to the New Orleans area to capture the both sides of the awe-struck city. Like the old saying goes, a picture can speak a thousand words.