Super Bowl victory brings a cultural renewal to New Orleans, says pop culture expert

According to University at Buffalo pop-culture expert Elayne Rapping, the Saints' Super Bowl victory shows how cultural symbols like a football team can bring a community together. "New Orleans has been through hell and the Saints have been losers, historically. This win gives a sense of pride and renewal to New Orleans." Casual football fans "would have to have a heart of stone not to have rooted for the Saints," Rapping says.

Elayne Rapping

Professor of American Studies

University at Buffalo

716-886-0094

erapping@gmail.com

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