Of course. The city has no money, most things are closed. They had to lay them off. And I think it hasn't even started, the economic impact on the entire state. The state has a hiring freeze as does the Universities. I think it is touch and go if some institutions will make it back. Tulane is in trouble. The medical schools are relocated and trying to stay open on a wing and a prayer. The Dental School is in BR limping along.
I don't ever rejoice when working people lose jobs. Even government workers. There but for the grace of God go I