As prepared for delivery:
Mr. Speaker, Mr. President, members of legislature, distinguished guests and my fellow Louisianans.
This is the eighth time I’ve delivered the State of the State address. This well is where I asked you to work with me to fix our budget. It’s where I announced the first case of COVID. And it’s where I’ve talked about the immense progress we have made despite great challenges. I look around this room and I see friends as well as colleagues. Some of y’all I worked with as a legislator. Others I have come to know as governor. But what I know from the relationships we’ve forged and the negotiations that we’ve had, is that each of us wants the same outcome – a better, stronger and more prosperous Louisiana.
I would be remiss if I didn’t take a moment to thank some of the many folks who have helped us move Louisiana forward during my two terms as governor.
First and foremost, I wouldn’t be here today without my family. To my children: Samantha Bel, Sarah Ellen, and John Miller, I know it hasn’t always been easy having a dad constantly in the public eye, but each of you has handled the scrutiny with such grace. My goal has always been to achieve a better Louisiana, and you have been at the forefront of my mind in every decision I’ve made as governor. To the love of my life and greatest first lady in the history of our state, Donna, you are not only my biggest supporter but also my best friend. Thank you for always standing by my side and using your role...
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