Top 66 John Bel Edwards Quotes

I reject the notion that supporting our dedicated classroom teachers is at odds with improving the education our children receive.

Public Service Recognition Week is a great way to spotlight the contributions state employees make in moving Louisiana forward.

The TPP will directly impact Louisiana businesses and open the pathway for improved commerce and trade between the United States and our Pacific Rim partners.

Helping folks who are working hard every day, but can barely make ends meet at the end of the month because their pay is so low, is something that we can absolutely change.

The Deepwater Horizon oil spill was devastating to Louisiana’s economy, environment, and way of life, but because of the resiliency of our people, we were determined to come back stronger than ever.

My administration and officials across the state will continue to work together to help every citizen in need.

I remain committed to improving education in our state. The best way to fulfill this basic promise is a strong public educational system.

Since the dawn of Louisiana’s modern-era film program in 2002, we have played host to more than $6 billion in film and TV production. We’ve developed an infrastructure that supports thousands of jobs, boosts small businesses and communities statewide, and provides a powerful impact that we seek to retain.

We talk a lot about our abundant natural resources, but we need to talk more about the most precious natural resource God has entrusted to us – our children.

I am proud to stand with the brave men and women who sacrifice so much to keep our country safe and secure and provide them with the resources they need to transition back into civilian life.

If a storm threatens Louisiana, it takes cooperation at each level of government to help protect the public.

Louisiana is a trade powerhouse.

I made a commitment to the people of Louisiana to bring our federal tax dollars home to invest in our road, bridges and ports.

Louisiana has a storied history in filmmaking, with one of the world’s most diverse settings for cinematic and television productions.

God bless the great state of Louisiana.

Jobs for America’s Graduates is all about helping the most vulnerable and underserved youth succeed in school, on the job, and in college. This is not a partisan issue in any way.

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

For years, I traveled the state to share my vision for a more prosperous Louisiana.

I believe in giving every Louisianan the opportunity to be successful and to thrive in our state.

We are fortunate enough to live in a state that is rich with diversity, and we are built on a foundation of unity and fairness for all of our citizens. We respect our fellow citizens for their beliefs, but we do not discriminate based on our disagreements.

Families are the foundation of our communities. Investing in the success of Louisiana families means we’re investing in our success as a state.

It’s unacceptable when a parent’s hard work isn’t enough to pay the bills or go to a doctor.

I have seen the commitment of our state employees when it comes to doing the people’s work. Every effort they make imparts our ability to provide for the health, safety and welfare of our citizens.

In Louisiana, we are resilient, and we are determined to meet any challenge that comes our way.

The men and women who put their lives on the line every day, often under very dangerous circumstances are true heroes and they deserve every protection that we can give them. They serve and protect our communities and our families.

We know that at 17 a young person’s brain is still developing. We recognize this when it comes to voting, joining the military, or even buying a lottery ticket.

Our goal is to promote the opportunities we have right here in Louisiana.

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

I’m convinced that there is more that unites us than divides us, and by talking with one another, we can learn from one another.

Discrimination isn’t welcome in Louisiana, but as is the case often, folks running for office seem to forget that we have an obligation to protect all of our citizens.

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.

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.

Contrary to what some folks might say, I do not want to raise taxes.

This is reality – an unstable state budget will not only hurt children and working families in our state, it will devastate communities, businesses and local government as well.

For me ‘right sizing’ requires that we get both the spending and revenue right. Focusing on one without the other would be irresponsible.

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

I am committed to improving our state’s infrastructure to support Louisiana’s growing economy, and that starts by bringing our federal tax dollars home.

We have a reputation here in the Pelican State for daring to be different. We live in parishes, not counties. We spend our holidays throwing beads at people lining the street. We cook differently. We speak differently – we spell differently. There is no place in the country that compares to Louisiana.

I’m working for solutions, and I won’t be distracted from the fight to save our education system.

We are surrounded every day by countless acts of immeasurable kindness and goodwill.

Law enforcement officers must carry out their sacred duty to protect and serve in a way that earns the trust of our communities.

God has a way of loving us and giving us what we need, and many of the things he does for us we don’t even understand at the time. But there is a peace that comes from God if we allow ourselves to be silent and accept it.

We must reduce the lavish tax giveaways enjoyed for too long by too many businesses without regard for their poor return on investment and their negative impact on the state budget. This spending must be cut so the revenue can be redirected to more critical priorities.

Anytime the President of the United States, in either party, comes to your state, it is exciting.

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.

We’ve already seen too many of our young adults leave Louisiana for jobs and education in other states.

People who purposefully mislead the public about issues as important as our kids’ education have absolutely no place at the table.

Shipbuilding has been an important industry in Louisiana for generations, and the armed forces of the United States have long relied on the talents of Louisiana’s shipyard workforce.

We know that behind every budget number are real Louisiana citizens.

I am committed to working with industry leaders, environmental advocates, and the people of Louisiana on a robust plan that provides much needed protection for our coast and environment and that meets the needs of offshore drilling.

When we are talking about services that literally mean the difference between life or death and the future financial stability of our state, we should be working in a collaborative manner with a common goal – to make sure the people of Louisiana are cared for in the most efficient way possible.

In Louisiana, we are very familiar with the potential risks associated with offshore drilling and we have not forgotten the lessons learned from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon tragedy.

My number one priority as governor is to ensure the safety and well-being of the people of our state.

From the beginning of my administration, I have made it clear that I will budget openly and honestly with the people of Louisiana.

Each and every student deserves equitable access to a quality public education that prepares them for college, career, and citizenship.

Complacency is not an option when so many of our citizens are struggling to make ends meet.

Let’s always remember that we work for the people of Louisiana. They honored us with the opportunity to serve.

It simply isn’t possible to always do more with less, otherwise, one day, you could do everything with nothing. The world just doesn’t work that way.

For too long, infrastructure needs in this state have been ignored, but by partnering with state, local and federal officials, we can make a real impact on the lives of our citizens.

Considering our highly skilled workforce, our geographic resources, and the robust economic development partnerships on the state, regional and local levels, companies from all across the globe continue to look to Louisiana as a smart and strategic destination for their next business investment.