John Bel Edwards : (3) " Louisiana and France have, perhaps, one of the oldest and strongest bonds. Our culture is shaped by this historic relationship, and the peace and security of both of our nations are intertwined. " - John Bel Edwards " Many people may automatically associate breast cancer with women only, but that is a huge misconception because this disease does not discriminate. " - John Bel Edwards " We have a reputation here in the Pelican State for daring to be different. We live in parishes, not counties. We spend our holidays throwing beads at people lining the street. We cook differently. We speak differently – we spell differently. There is no place in the country that compares to Louisiana. " - John Bel Edwards