John Bel Edwards Quotes

John Bel Edwards

Profession : Politician

Birth : September 16, 1966

Small businesses play a big role in Louisiana's economy, but many that do good work face hurdles that are beyond their control.

John Bel Edwards

If we can make it easier to put smaller, local, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses to work, our communities and our state will benefit.

John Bel Edwards

In Louisiana, we are known for our ability to come together in times of great need.

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I have tremendous respect for law enforcement.

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Given our historic budget shortfalls, the people of Louisiana stand to benefit most from better roads and other infrastructure.

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We never know when or where harm may strike but, we can take proactive steps to protect ourselves.

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The REAL ID Act is one tool to help safeguard against potential danger.

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Louisiana's coast is disappearing at an alarming rate, but we cannot ignore the important role the offshore energy industry plays in breathing life into Louisiana's economy.

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Coastal restoration and a robust offshore energy industry have to co-exist because Louisiana's future depends on it.

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Our approach in Louisiana has been to build meaningful partnerships that attract the leading employers of the future in a way that grows our economy and provides our people with outstanding career opportunities.

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When we leave our kids with more student debt than necessary, we've failed them.

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It's shocking to learn that thousands of men are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer each year and that hundreds may die. Education and early detection are important for women and men.

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As the son of a retired emergency room nurse, I know how critical it is for a community to have access to immediate care.

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The safety of our citizens is my top priority, and to that end, Louisiana needs our very best public servants working to implement innovative public safety measures across state agencies and throughout Louisiana.

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The evidence is clear that Medicaid expansion has already been life-changing and life-saving for thousands of Louisianans.

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Louisiana's rural communities are vital to the strength of our state.

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Meeting the unique healthcare needs of the hardworking men and women who call rural Louisiana home can be challenging. It is important for us to recognize the rural healthcare providers, health care organizations and volunteers who work diligently to offer comprehensive, compassionate, patient-centered care to these communities.

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We often say that we value Louisiana families, but the lack of state policies that ensure families are supported in meaningful ways suggests otherwise.

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