Candace Newell
Candace Newell | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 99th district | |
| Assumed office January 13, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Jimmy Harris |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Education | Southern University (BS, MS, JD) |
Candace N. Newell is an American politician and attorney serving as a member of the Louisiana House of Representatives from the 99th district. She assumed office on January 13, 2020, succeeding Jimmy Harris.[1]
Background
[edit]Newell earned a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology, Master of Science in criminology, and Juris Doctor from Southern University at New Orleans.[2][3] Newell previously served as a legislative aide for Wesley Bishop and as an intern for the Louisiana Legislative Black Caucus.[4]
References
[edit]- ^ "Candace Newell". Ballotpedia. Retrieved November 22, 2020.
- ^ "STATE HOUSE DISTRICT 99". The New Orleans Tribune. Retrieved November 22, 2020.
- ^ "Louisiana House Member Page". house.louisiana.gov. Retrieved November 22, 2020.
- ^ Williams, Jessica (September 18, 2019). "In House District 99 race, candidates pledge to lift district's economic prospects". NOLA.com. Retrieved November 22, 2020.
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