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]