Derrick Edwards
Democrat | Louisiana
Candidate Profile
Liberal
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Derrick Edwards
Party
Democrat
Election Year
2019
Election
Primary
Race
State Treasurer
Incumbent
No
Links
EDUCATION
Tulane University, New Orleans, Bachelor in Accounting, 1997
Tulane University, New Orleans, Masters in Accounting, 1998
Loyola University School of Law, New Orleans, JD, 2003
WORK & MILITARY
(Candidate did not provide)
AFFILIATIONS
Louisiana Housing Corporation, Board Member, American Bar Association
Member, Louisiana State Bar Association, Member
Beta Alpha Psi National Accounting Fraternity, Member, Mayor's New Orleans Advisory Committee for Citizen
Former Member, Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority, Former Member
Shell Oil Company Diversity Action Team, Former Member, Louisiana State Bar Association Diversity Committe
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
(Candidate did not provide)
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
Louisiana State Treasurer, 2017
Race
Previous Races
ENDORSEMENTS
LIBERAL (3)
Greater New Orleans AFL-CIO
Louisiana Democrats
New Orleans Coalition
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (6)
Louisiana AFL-CIO
Louisiana Democratic Party
St. Tammany Executive Committee
Jefferson Parish Executive Committee
Orleans Parish Executive Committee
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (1)
State Democratic Party Organizations (2016)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (5)
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (2017)
Foster L. Campbell (2017)
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (2017)
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (2017)
Local, County, and District Democratic Organizations (2017)
OTHER INFORMATION
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Agree
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
No Answer
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
If a mother life is in danger, rape and incest.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has a livable income.
Disagree
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Agree
Congress should pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution.
Agree
What is the best way to bring down unemployment?
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond Rating from a double AA rating to a triple AAA rating to stop us from paying higher interest rate.
What role should government play in boosting the economy?
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond Rating from a double AA rating to a triple AAA rating to stop us from paying higher interest rate.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should not discriminate against individuals, organizations or small businesses because of their belief that marriage is only a union of one man and one woman.
Agree
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
No Answer
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Agree
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to be sure everyone has health insurance.
Agree
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond Rating from a double AA rating to a triple AAA rating to stop us from paying higher interest rate.
NATIONAL SECURITY
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Disagree
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
No Answer
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
No Answer
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
No Answer
EDUCATION
Tuition-free public education should be guaranteed through college.
Agree
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality which permitted our system of limited government.
No Answer
Parents should be the primary authority in decisions affecting their minor children.
No Answer
The LGBTQ+ political agenda poses a threat to First Amendment freedoms of speech, expression and religious exercise.
No Answer
I support expanding protections in employment and accommodations based on sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
No Answer
If children are given instruction in sex education in public schools, it should not express a preference for abstinence but should be comprehensive, offering discussions on various types of sexual orientations and behaviors plus all types of contraceptives.
No Answer
What in the nature of mankind caused America’s Founders to carefully define, separate, and limit powers in the Constitution?
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond Rating from a double AA rating to a triple AAA rating to stop us from paying higher interest rate.
ABOUT YOU
I voted in these elections:
2012 Primary, 2012 General Election, 2014 Primary, 2014 General Election, 2016 Primary, 2016 General Election, 2018 Primary, 2018 General Election
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond Rating from a double AA rating to a triple AAA rating to stop us from paying higher interest rate.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
My Bachelor and Masters Degree in Accounting from Tulane University and A Law Degree from Loyola University School of Law, which I will utilize to manage and oversee Louisiana $29 billion budget.
E-mail address and phone number for voters to reach you:
dedwards@uwmlaw.com and 866-878-2085 campaign office Thanks and GOD Bless Louisiana and America
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
As Louisiana next State Treasurer, I will bring Unclaimed Property into the 21st century by giving back over $800 million of unclaimed property back to the people of Louisiana within my first four years when elected. I will provide accountability and transparency and a quarterly report, so that the people of Louisiana know exactly how their tax dollars are being spent and what is occurring in the State Treasurer's office. I will utilize my financial and legal background to improve Louisiana Bond Rating from a double AA rating to a triple AAA rating to stop us from paying higher interest rate.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PUBLIC SAFETY
I support the death penalty.
No Answer
Mandatory minimum sentencing should be required and enforced for violent crimes.
No Answer
2ND AMENDMENT
More restrictive gun control is needed to protect public safety.
Disagree
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
No Answer
Gambling should be limited to existing forms and should not be de-regulated or expanded.
No Answer
