Louisiana Voters to Decide Lifetime Governor Term Limits
Louisiana voters will decide whether to impose a lifetime limit of two terms on governors, replacing the current rule that allows a former governor to run again after sitting out a term. Supporters say the change would bring new leadership, while critics argue it could curb voters’ choices and has been aimed at blocking former Gov. John Bel Edwards from returning to office.
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About John Bel Edwards
John Bel Edwards is an American politician and attorney who served as the 56th governor of Louisiana from 2016 to 2024. A Southern Democrat, he previously served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 2008 to 2015. Edwards represented parts of the Florida Parishes and served as minority leader from 2012 to 2015.
Everything about John Bel Edwards →- Occupation
- lawyer, politician, governor
- Position held
- member of the Louisiana House of Representatives, Governor of Louisiana
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- September 16, 1966