Too Many Canadians Stay Away from Louisiana Due to Trump, Lieutenant Governor Says
A significant decline in Canadian tourism has been reported in Louisiana this year, with the state's lieutenant governor attributing the decrease to President Donald Trump's popularity among Canadians. According to a recent visit by Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser to Canada, many Canadians are choosing to avoid Louisiana due to their dissatisfaction with the president.
The issue was highlighted during Nungesser's trip to promote Louisiana tourism in Canada. He noted that the state typically attracts a large number of Canadian visitors, particularly those drawn to New Orleans' French culture. However, this year's numbers have been significantly lower than expected. "We're down about 20% from last year," Nungesser said during an interview with NPR.
NPR reported that Lieutenant Governor Nungesser visited Canada recently to promote Louisiana tourism and address the decline in Canadian visitors. According to Nungesser, Canadians are upset with President Trump's policies and actions, which have led them to avoid traveling to the state. "They're not happy with what they see coming out of Washington," he said.
The lieutenant governor's visit was an attempt to reverse the trend and attract more Canadian tourists to Louisiana. However, it remains to be seen whether his efforts will be successful in the long term. The decline in Canadian tourism has significant economic implications for the state, which relies heavily on tourism revenue.
Background information suggests that President Trump's popularity among Canadians has been a concern for some time. His policies and actions have been met with criticism from many international leaders, including those in Canada. The current trade tensions between the US and Canada may also be contributing to the decline in Canadian tourism.
In an effort to mitigate the impact of the decline, Lieutenant Governor Nungesser is working to promote Louisiana's attractions and culture to potential visitors. He emphasized that the state has much to offer, from its rich history and music scene to its vibrant food culture. "We're a welcoming state, and we want everyone to come visit," he said.
The current status of the situation remains uncertain, with no clear indication of when or if Canadian tourism will return to pre-pandemic levels. However, Lieutenant Governor Nungesser's efforts to promote Louisiana tourism in Canada are ongoing, and it is hoped that they will eventually yield positive results.
Sources:
- NPR Politics: "Too many Canadians are staying away from Louisiana due to Trump"
- NPR News: "Too many Canadians are staying away from Louisiana due to Trump"
This story was compiled from reports by NPR Politics and NPR News.
