John Bel Edwards (D) emphasizes unity as he becomes Louisiana's 56th governor

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http://www.nola.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/01/john_bel_edwards_emphasizes_un.html#incart_maj-story-2

Gov. John Bel Edwards reprised a message about political unity and putting "Louisiana first" shortly after being sworn in as Louisiana's 56th governor Monday (Jan. 11).

"I am confident, that regardless of party, we can band together in Louisiana," Edwards said during a speech shortly after taking the oath of office. "We must be honest with ourselves and we must be honest with one another."

In his inaugural address, Edwards emphasized many of the same issues he brought up during his campaign. Almost immediately, he reiterated his plans to to kick off Medicaid expansion in Louisiana on Tuesday, less than 24 hours after he takes office. And just the mention of Medicaid expansion drew large applause from the crowd.

He also said he intended to raise the minimum wage in Louisiana and work for equal pay for women -- two top-priorities for Democrats. Providing more support and protections to public school teachers would also be a priority.

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1. I sure hope he shows the citizens in Louisiana things they have missed

Because of a Republican governor. I have family members who can get health insurance at a much more affordable rate. Jindal left the state in bad shape.