LA-05 Democratic nominee?
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NOV 3, 2027Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleFarmer
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationLouisiana
BackgroundFarmer
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Notable personal detailsJessee Carlton Fleenor is a Louisiana farmer from Loranger running as a Democrat for U.S. House in Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District. He previously ran for Congress in the district in 2018. His campaign biography describes him as a multigenerational family farmer and parent of three children.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports very high taxes on the wealthy (calls for a top marginal tax rate of 91%) and redirecting revenue from wealthy/corporate interests into expanded social programs such as education and healthcare; also supports raising the minimum wage and protecting/expanding Medicaid.
Healthcare
Supports universal healthcare and the right of all people to access medical care. Backs Medicaid expansion and defends Medicare, and advocates eliminating out-of-pocket medical expenses for seniors and combat veterans. Frames affordable healthcare as a basic right and campaign priority.
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Immigration & Border
The candidate supports construction of a border wall and other border infrastructure to exert control over who enters and exits the United States, and has described preferring technological/“smart wall” solutions for border security.
Climate & Energy
Supports taking the threat of climate change seriously, investing in sustainable energy programs, cutting carbon pollution, and creating economic opportunities for communities historically dependent on fossil fuels while acknowledging transitional needs for those communities.
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