# @wwltv on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=DrrevD5x4Sw
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/75506077-wwltv-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2025-09-14T17:16:53.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** WWL-TV (@WWLTV) — https://gondola.cc/WWLTV

## Caption

Councilmember Oliver Thomas — known to some as “OT” — is one of the top three polling candidates in the 2025 New Orleans mayoral race. His story is one of deep community ties, personal loss, and a political comeback.

Roots & Advocacy: Thomas calls New Orleans a “glorious grimy place” — but also one of the hardest places for young Black children to grow up. His career began as a community organizer before being elected to City Council.

Experience: He has served in multiple council roles, most recently representing District E (New Orleans East).

Scandal & Redemption: Thomas resigned in 2007 after pleading guilty to federal bribery charges, serving 37 months in prison. He frames his return to office as a redemption story, saying he has accomplished more in his 3.5 years back than many in the 14 years before.

Focus: His campaign emphasizes progress in food deserts, redevelopment of the Six Flags site, and restoring Lincoln Beach.

📊 WWL Louisiana poll (August 2025):

Helena Moreno — 47%
Royce Duplessis — 18%
Oliver Thomas — 16%

🗓️ Upcoming Event:
The WWL Louisiana Mayoral Debate airs Tuesday, Sept. 16

Pre-show at 6:30 p.m.
Live debate 7–8 p.m.
Watch on WWL Louisiana + WWL+

Stay with WWL Louisiana for candidate profiles, debate highlights, and full election coverage.
#NewOrleans #OliverThomas #Election2025 #WWL

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