It's something that we want to do for New Orleans, ... A lot of people look at us as not only reps of Tulane, but of New Orleans. People can look at us and say, wow, look at that team they're going on the road, going through all that adversity, and still getting the job done.

For those of us who were here 10 years ago, it's the difference between night and day,

Child pornographers are the lowest of the low, ... Their despicable acts have a devastating effect on the most innocent and vulnerable of our society.

I've always been outgoing. But for shy girls, it helps you realize there are some other things you can do.

Unfortunate events

[At the time the bidding was stopped, Automated Wagering International, the GTECH competitor for whom Larry Littman had worked before becoming the Texas Lottery's executive director, had on the table a competitive bid that reportedly would have saved Texas $92 million over five years plus provide a new computer system at no cost to the state. Charles Brooke, senior vice president for Automated Wagering International was shocked.] We were totally dismayed, ... They owe us a hell of a lot better explanation. They didn't even try to negotiate with us.