Bartholomew County Commissioners
Josh BurbrinkDistrict 1With a fervent spirit of service, Josh has dedicated over six years to the Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Department as a Volunteer Firefighter EMT, showcasing his commitment to the safety and well-being of his community.
Beyond his service in the fire department, Josh serves as the Vice President for the Friends of the Library NonProfit, closely affiliated with the Bartholomew County Public Library where his spouse works as a librarian. This involvement underscores his belief in the importance of public education and community programs. Josh's passion for disaster preparedness is evident through his advocacy for emergency communication and his belief in the necessity of every household to be prepared. He understands that disaster response is not just about individual preparedness but also about fostering community solidarity, where neighbors come together to support one another. Driven by his values of compassion and cooperation, Josh aligns himself with the Democratic platform, emphasizing the importance of aiding others in times of need rather than exacerbating divides. As a candidate, he aims to champion these principles, fostering a safer, more connected Bartholomew County for all its residents. Website: voteburbrink.com |
District 3 |
Bartholomew County Council - At Large
Michelle CarrMichelle Carr has been a lifelong resident of Bartholomew County, Indiana. She has dedicated her work career to jobs which involved customer service and volunteering within our community. Most of her volunteer time involves grassroots environmental work as she is passionate about everyone being able to explore and enjoy nature. She has two LGBTQ+ children who have inspired her to run in order to protect the youth in our county from discrimination and the school to prison pipeline. She knows that the biggest change happens when people work together and hopes you will help her to create change within our county.
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Nancy MerbitzBorn and raised Hoosier, back home again in Indiana and ready to serve the community I love.
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Zach Patchett |
State Representatives
Ross ThomasDistrict 59"I'm an attorney, small business owner, married father of 3 and a youth baseball coach. I have a successful career, so I don't want to be a career politician. I'm not focused on national politics and I have no time for "Culture War" issues. I am focused on finding common sense ways to help Hoosier families and improve our quality of life."
Website: https://www.voterossthomas.com/ |
Trish WitcombDistrict 69Trish Whitcomb is a 7th-generation daughter of Indiana. Raised in Seymour from age five, she is the daughter of former Republican Governor Ed Whitcomb and First Lady Pat Whitcomb. Throughout her life, Trish campaigned alongside her parents and, as an adult, she continued helping other prominent candidates, organizing volunteers, drafting policy and gaining valuable experiences. Under her father’s stewardship as a Republican Governor, he championed the environment, childcare, and increased federal funding for education. Trish Whitcomb’s core political values have steadfastly focused on these issues. After the Watergate scandal, Trish joined the Democratic Party to fight for transparency in government, believing as a Democrat she could better advocate for these concerns and the rights of others.
Website: https://www.whitcomb4indiana.com/ |
Hollie PaytonDistrict 73Mom and Southeast Indiana native, running to represent the people of Indiana District 73.
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State Offices
Destiny WellsAttorney General"Growing up on a family farm in Morgan County, I learned the values that small-town Hoosiers hold dear: family, freedom, and opportunity. I am the daughter of eight generations of farmers, whose love for working the land has stayed true even through hardship.
After 9/11, I enlisted in the Army National Guard and deployed to Afghanistan in 2016-2017. I also became a lawyer and an entrepreneur. Presently, I'm an Army Reserve Lt. Colonel in Military Intelligence, an attorney, a wife, and a mother. I'm also your candidate for Indiana Attorney General, so I can defend Democracy and freedom at home, as I did in the Service." Website: https://www.wellsforindiana.com/ |
Jennifer McCormickGovernorJennifer McCormick is a lifelong educator and Indiana native committed to building a state where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Growing up on a small family farm in New Castle, Indiana, Jennifer witnessed the opportunities and challenges facing Indiana. Her community was full of spirit and support, and the public school was the community’s front porch. Neighborhoods were filled with kids, and families had an opportunity to thrive. Yet, as good paying jobs left her community, she saw families, small businesses, schools, and local infrastructure suffer. It was during these times that Jennifer also witnessed the resilience of Hoosiers. Her dad, an engineer by trade, and her mom, a retail store manager, instilled in Jennifer the importance of public service, empowering others, and excellence in hard work. It became evident that true public service required an approach of bringing all voices to the table, respecting others and ensuring no one was left behind. Website: https://www.mccormickforgov.com/ |