John Schroder in 2023 LA Governor's race
On Abortion:
Opposes state ballot initiative to override abortion ban
Republican Treasurer John Schroder agrees the legislature's abortion ban is reflective of what voters in the state want and he's against a ballot initiative. "I see no reason to do that.
This is the process we live by, and the people are represented by every legislator that they send to that building both in the House and Senate," said Schroder.
Source: Louisiana Radio Network on 2023 Louisiana Gubernatorial race
Sep 10, 2023
On Budget & Economy:
State government should operate based on what it can afford
State government should operate based on what it can afford, not try to fund its wants on the backs of the taxpayers.
I treat every penny like a dollar and believe the government can too.
Source: 2023 Louisiana Governor campaign website JohnSchroder.com
Oct 4, 2023
On Civil Rights:
If legislature approves anti-LGBTQ laws, he would sign them
Regarding the legislation aimed at LGBTQ people, Schroder said he is open to listening to anyone but also firmly believes in the legislative process. "We'll take a look at everything that comes across.
But if the legislature sends you something that's overwhelmingly supported, I don't know if there's a scenario where I don't sign that bill," Schroder said.
Source: Baton Rouge Proud on 2023 Louisiana Gubernatorial race
Aug 28, 2023
On Corporations:
Against financial firms investing on governance strategies
Schroder doubled down on an attack he has waged against major financial service firms over their so-called "environmental, social and governance" investing strategies.
Those are investing tactics that take into account global warming, social issues and company governance issues.
Source: Times-Picayune (NOLA.com) on 2023 Louisiana Governor race
Sep 28, 2023
On Crime:
Close loopholes that allow violent criminals to walk free
As a former law enforcement officer, I've seen the consequences violent crime and drugs have on a community. I have seen how drastically crime can change an innocent person's life forever or how drug addiction and mental health issues can ruin a family.
I will work to close loopholes that allow violent criminals and drug dealers to walk free. If someone refuses to act within the law, they should face the consequences.
Source: 2023 Louisiana Governor campaign website JohnSchroder.com
Oct 4, 2023
On Education:
Reform public education to ensure control is at local level
Louisiana's public education consistently ranks among the worst in the nation. Louisiana also has one of the country's highest rates of high school dropouts.
My wife, Ellie, is a former teacher and administrator; I have witnessed the struggles of our educators both in and out of the classroom. We need to reform our public education to ensure control is at the local level.
Source: 2023 Louisiana Governor campaign website JohnSchroder.com
Oct 4, 2023
On Energy & Oil:
Allow oil and gas sectors to lead the energy transformation
Definitions of ESG vary, but it broadly centers around investing that takes sustainability and climate risks into account. Bloomberg estimates ESG assets will top $41 trillion by the end of the year.In an interview, Schroder, a longtime former state
representative who has described his efforts as a "crusade" against ESG, said his push represented a stand for Louisiana's economy, and wasn't calibrated for political gain. He said he wasn't "against the environment" either.
Instead, he said massive corporations like BlackRock are trying to "force our behavior based on their politics."
"Those who live in Louisiana are abundantly aware of the environmental issues our state faces,"
Schroder said in an email. "I am for allowing the energy and oil and gas sectors to lead the energy transformation. They don't need financial firms to tell them what to do. Let them lead the way."
Source: The Advocate on 2023 Louisiana Gubernatorial race
Dec 5, 2022
On Government Reform:
Remove regulatory barriers keeping businesses from growing
As a business owner, I live with business struggles daily. I know what it's like to start a small business and work long hours to scrape by--the headache of dealing with overbearing
governmental regulations or trying to recruit qualified applicants. As Governor, I will work to remove regulatory barriers that keep businesses from growing or locating in our state.
Source: 2023 Louisiana Governor campaign website JohnSchroder.com
Oct 4, 2023
On Government Reform:
Demand transparency in all government activity
It is time we reform Louisiana's longtime national reputation, which begins with putting an end to political corruption and cronyism at all levels. We need to demand transparency in all government activity and stop backroom deals,
which let the fat cats get fatter while taxpayers are left holding the bag. I've always had zero tolerance for political corruption and cronyism. Just because you can doesn't mean you should.
Source: 2023 Louisiana Governor campaign website JohnSchroder.com
Oct 4, 2023
On Gun Control:
Will only do business with banks that support gun rights
The Bond Commission unanimously voted to give Wells Fargo the state's refinancing contract after concerns were raised last month about JPMorgan Chase & Co., the bank originally selected to handle the deal. Republicans on the
Bond Commission are upset that JPMorgan refuses to do business with gun manufacturers who sell military-style weapons to consumers.The vote highlights the extent to which the Bond Commission will go to shore up its credentials on gun rights. "I'm not
selling our Second Amendment rights to corporate America," State Treasurer John Schroder, the Bond Commission chairman, said. Banks that seek to do business with the Bond Commission already have to affirm on a questionnaire that they do not infringe
on the "constitutionally protected rights of the citizens of the State to lawfully keep and bear arms," before their applications are approved.
Source: Louisiana Illuminator on 2023 Louisiana Gubernatorial race
Nov 18, 2021
On Health Care:
Would not commit to retaining expanded Medicaid coverage
Treasurer John Schroder was the only candidate not to commit to retaining Louisiana's expanded Medicaid coverage. Another of Edwards' first moves upon taking office was to accept the additional federal health insurance benefits that former
Gov. Bobby Jindal had turned down. "Maybe," Schroder said when asked about retaining the status quo with Medicaid.
Source: Louisiana Illuminator on 2023 Louisiana Gubernatorial race
Apr 27, 2023
On Tax Reform:
Reduce high state tax rates, return more cash to Louisianans
Tax reform doesn't happen instantaneously. Over the next 10 years, tax reform for companies and the elimination of personal income tax can occur gradually to prevent a major deficit in the budget.
By reducing the high state tax rates and returning more cash to Louisianans' pockets, more businesses will begin to call Louisiana home.
Source: 2023 Louisiana Governor campaign website JohnSchroder.com
Oct 4, 2023
Page last updated: Oct 14, 2023