DGA Chair Governor Steve Bullock's Statement on Louisiana Victory

Today, Montana Governor Steve Bullock, Chair of the Democratic Governors Association, released the following statement on John Bel Edwards’ win in Louisiana’s race for governor: 

“Congratulations to Governor-elect John Bel Edwards on his victory tonight,” Bullock said. “Tonight’s win is a clear sign that voters trust John Bel Edwards’s character and his focus on supporting job creation, investing in schools, and passing a fiscally responsible budget.

“The Louisiana results today prove that strong Democratic gubernatorial candidates can win races anywhere in the country – in red, purple or blue states,” Bullock added. “On behalf of Democratic governors, I congratulate John Bel Edwards on his new role as governor.”