In this episode of Neighbors in the Network, hosts James Pinedo and Jane McEnaney sit down with Laurie White Adams, Director of Government Affairs and Advocacy at the Pelican Institute, to explore how Louisiana is building a durable freedom infrastructure that empowers local leaders and drives lasting policy change. Laurie shares her inspiring personal journey from small business owner to civic leader, how the Pelican Leadership Academy is cultivating the next generation of change-makers, and why long-term relationship-building is critical for sustaining freedom across generations. Discover practical insights on leadership development, grassroots engagement, and how local policy wins can shape the future of liberty.Here are a few key insights from our conversation with Laurie Adams about building durable freedom infrastructure in Louisiana:Key Takeaways:✅ Pelican Leadership Academy builds Louisiana’s future policy leaders.✅ Durable freedom infrastructure means sustaining long-term wins.✅ Mentorship and relationships power civic engagement.✅ Local leadership drives real, lasting state policy change.