Troy Carter in 2020 House elections


On Abortion: Women should make all decisions about their health

Champion for government to allow women to make 100% of the decisions concerning their health and reproductive rights.
Source: 2020-21 LA-2 House campaign website NinaTurner.com May 11, 2021

On Crime: Current criminal justice system is a failure

Our current criminal justice system has failed us. We are not any safer--now is the time to reform the system. Our children and families are counting on us for real change.
Source: YouTube posting on 2020 LA-2 House race Apr 16, 2021

On Environment: Prioritize environmental justice

[At his inauguration]: "I will serve our district with every fiber of my being to ensure everyone has the chance to fulfill their hopes and dreams," he said after taking the oath from Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "There's a lot of hard work ahead. Our district and the entire country need Congress to prioritize COVID relief, economic recovery, criminal justice reformand environmental justice. Now is the time for us to work together to put our country first."
Source: Lafayette Daily Advertiser on 2020 LA-2 House race Apr 24, 2021

On Environment: Prioritize criminal justice reform

[At his inauguration]: "I will serve our district with every fiber of my being to ensure everyone has the chance to fulfill their hopes and dreams," he said after taking the oath from Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. "There's a lot of hard work ahead. Our district and the entire country need Congress to prioritize COVID relief, economic recovery, criminal justice reformand environmental justice. Now is the time for us to work together to put our country first."
Source: Lafayette Daily Advertiser on 2020 LA-2 House race Apr 24, 2021

On Environment: Supports Green New Deal but not parts that would hurt LA

Both candidates said they supported Biden's decision to stop issuing new oil and gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico while the administration considers whether royalty rates should be adjusted to reflect climate change. Carter said the nation should "wean itself off fossil fuels" but stressed the industry's importance to Louisiana. "I support the framework of the Green New Deal. But the Green New Deal in totality has issues that would devastate Louisiana."
Source: The Center Square Louisiana on 2020 LA-2 House race Apr 16, 2021

On Gun Control: Gun control saves lives, is not anti-2nd amendment

The latest school shooting, at Santa Fe High School, has reignited the conversation around gun regulations. New Orleans Senator Troy Carter says "Hopefully people will start to understand that this is not anti-second amendment, this is about saving lives." Carter introduced three gun control bills. One would restrict assault rifle sales to those over 21, another would track ammo sales, and a bill that banned bump stocks. "You can support the second amendment while still protecting life."
Source: Kpel965.com on 2020 LA-2 House race May 21, 2018

On Health Care: Medicare for All but can choose employer insurance

Both Carter and Peterson said they support the idea of "Medicare for All." But while Peterson fully embraced shifting to a government-run, single-payer plan, Carter said he'd like people to have the option of retaining employer-financed coverage.
Source: National Public Radio on 2020 LA-2 House race Apr 24, 2021

The above quotations are from News coverage of 2020 House of Representatives elections.
Click here for other excerpts from News coverage of 2020 House of Representatives elections.
Click here for other excerpts by Troy Carter.
Click here for a profile of Troy Carter.
Please consider a donation to OnTheIssues.org!
Click for details -- or send donations to:
1770 Mass Ave. #630, Cambridge MA 02140
E-mail: submit@OnTheIssues.org
(We rely on your support!)

Page last updated: Mar 09, 2024