Responsibility & Commitment

Now, more than ever, the need for responsible leadership in the Office of Attorney General is crucial to the State of Louisiana. National attention has been focused on Louisiana for well over a year. The ability of our state to effectively respond to the needs of its citizens in times of crisis as well as in times of normalcy has been questioned. Many of our citizens now question the ability of government to meet their needs and protect their lives and property. It is imperative that we respond to this challenge with vigorous, ethical and professional leadership. We need an Attorney General who will serve the citizens of Louisiana and protect their rights under the law. As your Attorney General, I will provide that protection and create an office that is efficient and reliable. Those who govern should, themselves, be governed by one simple rule -- a commitment made is a commitment kept. I keep my word.

Experience & Competence

For over 28 years, as District Attorney, I have personally involved myself in the day to day operations of the office. I personally try all major felony cases and I have achieved a 99% conviction rate. I also actively administer the three parish offices in my district which covers over 1700 square miles of the State. The Office of Attorney General needs personal involvement from an Attorney General who has worked in and completely understands the legal system.

Strong Leadership & Accountability

The Office of the Attorney General is the law firm of the State of Louisiana. It should be an office that stands up for us when we are mistreated by anyone, whether it be insurance companies after a storm, government agencies in everyday life, or criminals that prey upon our families and communities. It should be a leader in these areas and not one that waits to follow the lead of other states. The Office of the Attorney General must be run with accountability, not deniability, at its core. The best and the brightest of our State will work in my office and feel privileged to serve Louisiana. Under my leadership, the Office of the Attorney General will return to a positive and professional working environment.

Partnerships with Public Officials

My office will take an active part in improving the lives of the citizens of Louisiana on a local level. As District Attorney, I have had the privilege of fostering working relationships with Sheriffs, District Attorneys, Constables, Justices of the Peace and numerous other public officials across the State of Louisiana. As Attorney General I will assist local law enforcement in all areas to prevent crime and attack the root cause of most criminal activity-drug trafficking. The resources of my office will always be available to help school systems in their efforts to reduce drug abuse among teens and to assist in grant writing that improves the quality of our children's education.

Partnerships with Local Law Enforcement

I will transform the Office of Attorney General into a proactive force in state and local government. The first step is to help provide local law enforcement offices with all of the resources that they need to protect our state. I will work to bring in joint grant programs to increase the number of duty officers, to improve drug prevention measures, and to provide extra funding for local neighborhood watch programs. I will fight for increased funding for the State Crime Labs so that we can resolve the backlogged cases and bring closure to the victims of crime in Louisiana.

	Buddy & Pat with two of their six grandchildren

Safeguarding Louisiana's Children

Protecting our children will be another top priority when I become Attorney General. I will work with all school systems, from K-12 to improve crime prevention, child safety, and DARE programs. My office will work to increase funding for investigation of internet crimes and sexual predators. As your Attorney General, my office will stop at nothing to ensure that your children are kept safe.

Timely and Efficient Legal Opinions

When public officials and local governments need a legal opinion from the Attorney General, it should be produced in a timely fashion. I believe that any request for an official opinion can be resolved within 15 business days, but to do that, the office needs competent leadership. The current Attorney General is guilty of waiting months, and in some cases more than a year, to produce a single opinion. This is because of politics, favoritism, and cronyism. This is entirely unacceptable. As your Attorney General, I will address the concerns of the citizens of Louisiana quickly and appropriately.

Open Door Policy

As your Attorney General, I will be accessible to any person or public official in need of the services of the Office of Attorney General. My door will always be open, and I will only be a phone call away. But to accomplish our goals, I need your support. Please contribute to my campaign or sign up to volunteer. Explore my website further to learn more about my campaign and the issues for which I stand. I will, with your support, restore integrity and credibility to the Office of Attorney General.