Quotes from John Bel Edwards

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

Many people may automatically associate breast cancer with women only, but that is a huge misconception because this disease does not discriminate.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

I am, first and foremost, a proud Louisianan.

Diabetes is a serious illness that touches the lives of so many of our family members, friends and communities and we must do all that we can to raise the awareness of this disease.

God bless the great state of Louisiana.

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.

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

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

As an attorney, judge, state representative, two-term Lieutenant Governor, and an athlete inducted into the LSU Athletic Hall of Fame as a member of the LSU Boxing Team, Bobby Freeman's passion for serving the people of Louisiana and his talent were on display in everything he did throughout his life.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Louisiana and Belgium have a long and strong history of working together for more than 40 years.

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.