John Bel Edwards in CampusElect.org 2018 Gubernatorial coverage


On Drugs: Expand medical marijuana, but no recreational usage

Marijuana: Legalize or decriminalize legalize marijuana?

Abraham: No on recreational. Current medical marijuana law OK, but don't expand.

Bel Edwards: No on recreational. Expand medical marijuana qualifying conditions.

Rispone: No on recreational

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Guide to 2019 Louisiana Governor race Nov 1, 2018

On Education: $47 million increase for higher education

Education: Increase state funding for higher education and financial aid for students?

Abraham: Supports investment in distance learning. Campaign website lists NSF grants received by LA schools. But these aren't determined by Congress.

Bel Edwards: Yes. Proposed 2019-2020 school state budget includes a $47 million increase for higher education. Called for increases in Louisiana's TOPS scholarship program.

Eddie Rispone: No position found.

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Guide to 2019 Louisiana Governor race Nov 1, 2018

On Free Trade: China tariffs hurt local economy

Economy: Support Trump tariffs on Chinese steel and other products?

Abraham: Yes. On agriculture, "there's going to be some short-term pain, but the long-term benefits are going to be worth it."

Bel Edwards: No. Says, "we're seeing the negative effects these tariffs coming down from Washington will have on our economy."

Eddie Rispone: No position found.

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Guide to 2019 Louisiana Governor race Nov 1, 2018

On Government Reform: Require voter ID; require proof of citizenship

Voting Rules: Support stricter voting rules such as voter ID requirements or reduced registration times, even if they prevent some people from voting?

Abraham: Probable yes. Voted against Democratic HR 1 Act that would expand voter registration & votin

Source: 2018 CampusElect.org Guide to 2019 Louisiana Governor race Nov 1, 2018

The above quotations are from CampusElect.org 2018 Campus Election Engagement Project.
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