U.S. House · LA-03 · Democratic candidate · 2026

John Day

Democratic candidate in Louisiana's District 3 open primary

Lake Charles Navy veteran, writer and business consultant focused on insurance costs, rural healthcare, storm protection and Louisiana jobs.

DistrictLA-03

OfficeCongress

ElectionNov. 3, 2026

Policy priorities

Where John stands.

Campaign position

Supports lower insurance premiums, stronger competition and action against unfair rate hikes that burden working families

Campaign position

Supports small businesses, local employers, job training, skilled trades and apprenticeships that keep well-paying work in Louisiana

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Supports adequate hospital funding, expanded rural care, lower prescription costs and patients’ control over medical decisions

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Opposes cuts to earned benefits and supports strengthening the programs’ long-term stability and protecting seniors from rising care costs

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Supports oil and gas jobs alongside renewable energy investments to strengthen the grid, reduce bills and maintain energy independence

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Supports flood-protection infrastructure, coastal restoration and faster, fairer disaster assistance with agency accountability

Record and background

1994–1998
Experience
U.S. Navy service member
Served four years in the U.S. Navy before returning to Louisiana.

Accomplishment
Helped families recover after hurricanes
Worked with Do Good to help families and communities navigate hurricane recovery and rebuild.
Experience
Business and finance consultant
Worked in private business development and finance consulting across several industries.
Experience
Professional writer
Writes professionally and works on coordinating a film project with the Coushatta and Choctaw tribes.

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