Indiana is holding elections, including for municipal offices, on Nov. 7, 2023. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.
Below is a selection of responses from the candidates who filled out the survey as of July 10. To read each candidate’s full responses, click their name at the bottom of the article.
Incumbent Jessica McCormick (D) is running for Indianapolis City Council District 16 and the general election is on Nov. 7. Here’s how McCormick responded to the question: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
“Public safety and response.
Infrastructure/ sidewalks, trails, and streets.
Economic development on the west side.
Re-entry job training.
Parks and Recreation.”
Click here to read the rest of McCormick’s answers.
Melissa Rinehart (D) is running for Fort Wayne City Council District 2 and the general election is on Nov. 7. Here’s how Rinehart responded to the question: What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
“Enhancing Quality of Life …
Improving Public Safety …
Investing in Everyday Infrastructure …”
Click here to read the rest of Rinehart’s answers.
If you’re an Indiana candidate or incumbent, click here to take the survey. The survey contains over 30 questions, and you can choose the ones you feel will best represent your views to voters. If you complete the survey, a box with your answers will display on your Ballotpedia profile. Your responses will also populate the information that appears in our mobile app, My Vote Ballotpedia.
Additional reading: