After prayerful reflection, careful thought, and consultation with my family, friends, supporters, and citizens of this great city, I am proud to formally announce my candidacy for Mayor of Shreveport, Louisiana in the 2026 election.
I believe that my life experiences, my record of service, and my deep love for this community have prepared me to meet the challenges facing our city in the 21st century.
I am a lifelong resident of Louisiana and a proud son of Shreveport. I attended Shreveport public schools and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, Class of 1978, where I was honored to be an honor student.
Immediately after graduation, at just 17 years old, I joined the United States Army in August of 1978. I made the difficult decision to postpone my college education so that I could help support my family. I served my country with honor and received an honorable discharge in 1981.
When I returned home, I continued my commitment to public service by joining the Shreveport Fire Department in 1981, graduating from the Shreveport Fire Academy the same year. During my service as a firefighter, I proudly served the citizens of this city for ten years.
During that time, I was honored to receive the McFarland Post 14 Firefighter Award, becoming the first African American firefighter in the city of Shreveport to receive this honor, and I also received the State Accommodation Award that same year.
My service to this community did not stop there.
In 1991, I was selected by the late and honorable Eddie Jones to fill a position on the Caddo Commission, where I was unanimously confirmed. During my time on the commission, I took on some of the most serious issues facing our community, including crime prevention, gang violence, and juvenile justice reform.
While serving on the Caddo Commission, I held several leadership positions, including:
Chairman of the Juvenile Justice and Public Safety Committee
Chairman of the Economic Development Committee
Member of the National Association of Counties (NACo) Juvenile Justice and Public Safety Steering Committee
Member of the Louisiana State Juvenile Justice and Public Safety Committee
I proudly served 14 years on the Caddo Commission, including three elections and two appointments.
During that time I also had the honor of serving as:
President of the Caddo Commission
Vice President of the Caddo Commission
President of the Louisiana Black Caucus Police Jury Association
Today, I continue to serve the people of this community as a minister and evangelist at New Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.
I am also a Shreveport businessman, entrepreneur, and former employee of the United States Postal Service.
I am a community activist, community organizer, political activist, and civil rights advocate who has spent decades working to improve the lives of the people in this city.
I was also the Owner, President, and CEO of Dynamic Medical Clinic from 2001 to 2008.
Today I am a retired disabled veteran and investment property owner, continuing to invest in our community.
My education includes studies in Public Administration and Business at Southern University, and I am also a graduate of Baker's Real Estate College.
But beyond titles and positions, I am something even more important.
I am a father, a grandfather, and a brother, deeply invested in the future of our community.
I also previously served as Chairman of the NAACP Economic Development Committee and as a member of the NAACP Executive Committee.
Why I Am Running for Mayor
I decided to run for mayor because I have watched for decades as many of the promises made to the people of Shreveport have gone unmet.
Too many neighborhoods in our city — especially economically disadvantaged communities — have suffered from years of neglect when it comes to basic city services and economic investment.
When you drive through certain parts of our city, you see the consequences of failed policies from multiple administrations, both Democrat and Republican.
You see:
Urban blight
Crumbling infrastructure
Potholes and deteriorating streets
Aging water and sewer systems
Lack of affordable housing
Limited economic opportunity
Rising crime and violence
Mental health challenges
Limited youth services
And a shortage of good-paying jobs
For too long, politics in this city has been controlled by the same political playbook, where insiders and special interests benefit while everyday citizens struggle.
I believe the people of Shreveport deserve better.
A New Direction for Shreveport
My vision is simple.
I want to put the people of Shreveport first and lead our city in a new direction of opportunity, inclusion, and economic growth.
A city where every citizen matters, regardless of:
Political party
Economic background
Neighborhood or zip code
Church affiliation
Personal background
This city belongs to all of us.
We must become a city that puts people over politics and progress over division.
My Priorities as Mayor
If elected Mayor of Shreveport, my administration will focus on several key priorities.
1. Public Safety and Crime Reduction
My first priority will be restoring safety to our city.
We will take a strong stance on crime, especially juvenile crime involving violence and illegal firearms.
Our citizens deserve to feel safe in their homes, neighborhoods, and businesses.
I will be a mayor who believes in law, order, and accountability, while also investing in prevention and community programs for our youth.
2. Economic Growth and Job Creation
Shreveport must become a city where good-paying jobs and business opportunities thrive.
We will focus on:
Small business development
Entrepreneurial opportunities
Workforce development
Attracting manufacturing and emerging industries
Supporting the working and middle class
A strong economy expands our tax base, which allows us to improve services and invest in our future.
3. Infrastructure and Basic City Services
We must address the decaying infrastructure in our city.
That includes:
Water systems
Sewer systems
Streets and drainage
Public works improvements