Nick’s Policy Positions
Cost of Living
We must focus on lowering the cost of living so Louisiana families can get ahead. That means lowering healthcare and prescription drug costs, making housing and childcare more affordable, and ensuring that people who work full time can earn a living wage.
Agenda
Raise the federal minimum wage and index it to inflation so wages keep pace with rising costs
Expand the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit to put more money back into the pockets of working families
Lower prescription drug prices by allowing Medicare to negotiate directly with pharmaceutical companies
Expand affordable early care and education so parents can thrive and children receive key learning milestones
Protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare
Simplify tax filing and expand free IRS Direct File so families do not have to pay costly tax preparation fees
Economy and Jobs
Louisiana needs an economy that rewards work, not just wealth. That means investing in small businesses, rebuilding our infrastructure, supporting workers, and making sure corporations that profit from Louisiana pay their fair share.
Agenda
Invest in small businesses, entrepreneurs, and local economic development
Expand access to capital through community banks and Community Development Financial Institutions
Invest in workforce training, apprenticeships, and community colleges
Bring advanced manufacturing, energy innovation, and technology jobs to Louisiana
Strengthen Buy American policies to support domestic manufacturing
Kids and Families
Every child deserves a safe and healthy start in life. Louisiana families need stronger support systems that help children succeed and parents thrive.
Agenda
Establish national paid family and medical leave
Restore and expand the Child Tax Credit, which cut child poverty nearly in half
Expand access to affordable early care and education
Address Louisiana’s high maternal mortality rate with evidence-based prenatal and postpartum care
Invest in programs to combat human trafficking and protect vulnerable children
Remove lead and other environmental hazards from drinking water and schools
Safe Communities
Everyone deserves to feel safe in their community. Public safety requires both community-focused law enforcement and smart investments in prevention, treatment, and mental health services.
Agenda
Support local law enforcement and first responders with federal resources and training
Expand mental health crisis response programs so officers are not the only responders in emergencies
Combat fentanyl trafficking while expanding addiction treatment and recovery services
Require background checks for gun purchases
Pass safe weapon storage laws to reduce accidental shootings and youth gun violence
Healthcare
Healthcare should be affordable and accessible no matter where you live. In Louisiana, too many families struggle with high costs and limited access to care.
Agenda
Protect Medicare and Medicaid from funding cuts and reverse the cuts put in place by the current Congress
Lower prescription drug costs
Expand access to mental health care
Address Louisiana’s maternal mortality crisis
Protect women’s healthcare access and patient privacy
Expand telehealth to improve access in rural communities
Education and Workforce
Strong schools and workforce training are the foundation of economic opportunity. Louisiana must invest in teachers, students, and career pathways.
Agenda
Increase federal investment in public schools and increase teacher pay
Expand early childhood education programs like Head Start
Make community college and career training more affordable through federal support
Reform student loan repayment so borrowers are not trapped by compounding interest
Expand apprenticeship programs in skilled trades and high-growth industries
Energy, Environment, and Disaster Resilience
We can protect our communities while also growing jobs in the energy economy.
Agenda
Invest in coastal restoration and hurricane protection infrastructure
Build resilient power grids, flood protection, and disaster-resistant infrastructure
Support energy jobs while expanding investment in clean energy and innovation
Hold polluters accountable for environmental damage
Ensure every community has safe drinking water and clean air
Democracy, Ethics, and Accountability
Louisiana voters are tired of corruption and political games. Government should work for the people, not special interests.
Agenda
Ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks
Reverse the effects of Citizens United and reduce the influence of dark money in politics
Strengthen ethics rules and transparency in government
Protect voting rights and ensure fair access to the ballot
Defend the rule of law and democratic institutions
Civil Rights and Anti-Discrimination
The promise of America is that everyone should be treated with dignity, fairness, and equal protection under the law. Yet too many people in Louisiana still face discrimination because of who they are, where they come from, or who they love. Protecting civil rights strengthens our democracy and ensures that every person has the freedom to live, work, and participate fully in our communities.
Louisiana’s strength comes from its diversity - our unique culture, faiths, and backgrounds - and our laws should reflect the principle that everyone deserves equal opportunity.
Agenda
Protect and strengthen federal civil rights laws that prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, education, and public accommodations
Pass comprehensive federal nondiscrimination protections so that LGBTQ+ Americans cannot be fired, evicted, or denied services because of who they are
Defend the right to vote and oppose voter suppression efforts
Protect the right to make personal medical decisions without government interference
Ensure equal pay for equal work and close persistent wage gaps
Protect religious freedom while ensuring it cannot be used as a license to discriminate against others
Combat hate crimes and strengthen enforcement against violence motivated by racism, antisemitism, anti-LGBTQ+ hatred, or other forms of bigotry
Ensure access to legal services so all Americans can defend their rights in court
Foreign Policy and National Security
The United States is strongest when we lead with our values, work with our allies, and defend democracy around the world. A strong and responsible foreign policy protects our national security, supports American workers and businesses, and prevents conflicts before they begin.
Louisiana contributes directly to America’s global strength - from our ports that support international trade to our military bases and service members who defend our country. Our foreign policy should support American leadership while avoiding unnecessary wars and investing in diplomacy.
Agenda
Strengthen alliances with democratic partners to defend global stability and counter authoritarian threats
Oppose foreign wars of choice that drain American resources, cost American lives, and drive everyday prices higher for Americans
Support a strong national defense and ensure service members and military families receive the resources and care they deserve
Support robust diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting, durable peace in the Middle East with robust humanitarian aid, reconstruction, and a two-state solution and end to aggression.
Prioritize diplomacy and conflict prevention to reduce the risk of costly and prolonged wars
Support Ukraine and other democratic partners facing aggression from authoritarian regimes
Promote global trade policies that protect American workers while expanding export opportunities for Louisiana industries and ports
Strengthen cybersecurity and protect U.S. infrastructure from foreign interference and cyberattacks
Maintain strong oversight of military engagements and ensure Congress fulfills its constitutional role in decisions about war