Formation of St George City in Baton Rouge
Wealthy white residents of Baton Rouge win court battle to form their own city called St George, citing better schools and less crime as reasons. Supporters say current government is poorly run, while opponents call it 'racist' and fear it will create a 'white enclave' separating from the majority Black city and school district.
Key Points
- Wealthy white residents of Baton Rouge form new city St George
- Court battle ends in favor of St George incorporation
- Supporters cite desire for better governance, schools, and lower crime rates
- Opponents fear racial segregation and negative impact on existing city
- Projecting higher average income and lower unemployment rate for St George
Pros
- Potential for better schools and less crime
- Autonomy to govern their own city
- Higher average income projected for the new city
Cons
- Critics view it as racist and creating class division
- Concerns about negative impact on the existing Baton Rouge city and services
- Fear of segregation and inequality