Indy Chamber's Business Advocacy Committee releases endorsements for statewide and legislative races.
Ind. (Aug. 22, 2024) – The Indy Chamber's Business Advocacy Committee (BAC), which serves as the organization's political voice and electoral engagement arm, is proud to announce its candidate endorsements for the 2024 election cycle. This year’s endorsements spotlight leaders from across the state who share the Chamber's commitment to continued economic growth through the attraction, cultivation, and retention of business investment and skilled workforce across the Hoosier state.
Matt Mindrum, president and CEO of the Indy Chamber, emphasized the significance of this year’s endorsements: "Our endorsements reflect a shared commitment to making Indiana's economy the best in the Midwest and ensuring that all Hoosier businesses and residents have the opportunity to thrive. We look forward to working with these dedicated leaders to advance our city, region, and state in the years to come.”
2024 ELECTION CYCLE ENDORSEMENTS
The task of shaping Indiana’s policy environment to foster opportunity and prosperity across our state requires a commitment to working across differences to prioritize progress on behalf of all Hoosiers. These endorsements are votes of confidence in leaders who have demonstrated a willingness to think creatively, critically, and collaboratively on challenging policy issues to move our state forward. Candidates endorsed by the BAC include:
State House of Representatives Endorsements
State Senate Endorsements
Governor of Indiana
U.S. Senator Mike Braun
The Indy Chamber's BAC endorses United States Senator Mike Braun for governor, recognizing his commitment to fostering a supporting businesses, entrepreneurs, and people across Indiana. His track record of building and sustaining a successful company in Jasper—and leveraging those experiences to advance pro-business policy in the statehouse and Washington., D.C. - demonstrates his dedication to Indiana's growth and prosperity.
Candidates across the aisle and throughout the state are coming together to support business initiatives vital to Central Indiana's economic strength, which is closely tied to the vitality of its small businesses. The region's leadership in GDP growth, driven by small businesses and local innovation, makes it a top performer in the Midwest.
Taylor Hughes, chief strategy officer and chief of staff at the Indy Chamber, also highlighted the importance of this election cycle: "The future of our region and state hinges on electing leaders who will invest in our communities, our people, and our businesses—especially small businesses. We encourage all residents and business leaders to engage in these races and make their voices heard this election season."
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5, but early voting for the General Election begins Tuesday, Oct. 8. Find your voting location here. http://indianavoters.in.gov/
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