Candace Newell | |
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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]
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]
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