Louisiana Democratic Party comes out against amendment to limit governors’ time in office

By: Julie O'Donoghue

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: September 1, 2026

Words: 674

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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The Louisiana Democratic Party voted over the weekend to oppose a constitutional amendment to prohibit governors from running for office again after they have served more than one and a half terms, equal to six years.

Proposed Amendment 4 will appear on the Nov. 3 election ballot that also features the U.S. Senate and congressional races. The Democratic State Central Committee approved a campaign against the measure at its meeting Saturday, chairman Randal Gaines …

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