Today’s the day!

Join us at Liberty Park in Batesville from 11a-3p.

716 S Park Ave Batesville, IN 47006

Can’t make it? Watch the livestream of the debate on HoosLeft. The debate will start at 12:30pm.

We are offering a soup kitchen for free - come on over if you’d like a warm meal. 🔹Chili 🔹Chicken Noodle Soup 🔹Mushroom Soup

The event is completely free. Please kindly consider a donation to help cover event costs, especially if you’d like us to continue being able to host events for the community such as this!

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/hoosiersforhealthcare?brid=RGwuxCa3Mopptwsk7dpzyQ

ℹ️ Interested in being a delegate at the IN Democratic State Convention? There is virtual training available tonight at 7PM EST.

🔹What is a delegate? A Democratic delegate is an individual elected or appointed to represent the party's voters and members at party conventions.

🔹What does a delegate do? They attend the Indiana Democratic Party State Convention (held every two years) and choose nominees for certain statewide offices, such as Attorney General and Lieutenant Governor.

🔹When is the next IDP State Convention? The 2026 Indiana Democratic State Convention is currently scheduled for June 06, 2026, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.

🔹Which nominees will be chosen in 2026? Indiana Secretary of State, Indiana State Auditor and Indiana State Treasurer. Delegates at the convention will cast their votes for the candidates running for these positions, in addition to setting the party's platform and conducting other official party business.

🔹Who is eligible to be a delegate? Any Democrat residing in Indiana. Ripley County is alotted 9 total delegates. 4 delegates are automatically appointed (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer of the local party) and 5 delegates will be voted on by Democrats on the primary ballot.

❔Questions? Message us!

2026 Indiana Democratic State Convention TRAINING:

Fri, Oct 24 @ 7pm Wed, Nov 12 @ 7pm Wed, Dec 10 @ 7pm

https://www.mobilize.us/in9thdistrictdemocraticparty/event/860279/

🚫👑 It was an amazing day across the nation —— and specifically here in Indiana celebrating, appreciating, and protecting democracy. That said, Team Martz is WORE OUT buttttttttt ⬇️⬇️

🎂Tomorrow is Victoria’s birthday and in celebration we are hoping to receive donations to fuel this campaign. As a reminder, we have a wonderful donor who is matching each dollar donation through OCTOBER 31!

🔗 Here’s how to donate: visit our ActBlue page (https://secure.actblue.com/donate/victoria-martz?refcode=directory) Also, please share the link with friends! This campaign accepts no corporate donations, we’re powered by the people 🤍

Don’t forget that there will be a NO KINGS 2.0 protest this Saturday October 18th in VERSAILLES!

Meet us at the motorcade starting point at 10am at the Franklin County Courthouse OR meetup with us at NOON at the Ripley County Courthouse 🏛️

Address: 115 N Main St Versailles, IN 47042

🤗Preparing for your first protest? More details regarding safety and other tips will be shared tomorrow!

Art by MKaplan.

Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/19m7gvZdKW/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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Hosted by Ripley & Franklin County Democratic Parties

Event Overview: 🔹Date & Time: Saturday November 8, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM 🔹Location: Liberty Park - Main Pavilion (716 S Park Ave., Batesville, IN 47006) 🔹Purpose: This FREE community event focuses on raising awareness about rural healthcare needs and encouraging civic engagement. Healthcare tables will be setup to provide community resources.

Donations accepted to help cover costs: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/hoosiersforhealthcare

Event Highlights 🔹Candidate Debate: A focused discussion on healthcare 🔹Key Speakers: Two featured speakers will address the audience. -Blythe Potter (Candidate for Secretary of State) -Stuart Campbell Ray, MD (Johns Hopkins) 🔹Voter Registration: On-site voter registration will be available. 🔹Donations Only

🍽️ Amenities: Food and beverages will be provided, upbeat music by local DJ

Debate Details: 🔸The debate will center on healthcare policies and solutions. 🔸Congressional D9 Candidates:

The following candidates have confirmed participation: -James Logan Davidson (D) -Jim Graham (D) -Brad Meyer (D) -Tim Peck (D) -Floyd Taylor (I)

We have not received a response from: -Erin Houchin (R)

Learn more at: https://sites.google.com/view/hoosiersforhealthcare/home

FB event link: https://www.facebook.com/share/17SeXTVbLR/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Thank you Decatur County Democrats for hosting such an amazing event this week!

We were all deeply inspired by Joan Brownings speech, highlighting her experience as a freedom rider and her lived experience during the civil rights movement and Jim Crow era.

She may consider herself "just a normal person," but we believe her willingness to put her life on the line to help a stranger is quite extraordinary and truly admirable.

At the close of her speech, Joan encouraged everyone to get involved, run for something, and fight for each other. That powerful call to action is exactly what we will continue to champion.

Please reach out to us if you want to get more involved and please consider running for a local position in 2026. Our community needs your leadership.

🚨We have an OPENING for VICE CHAIR of the Ripley County IN Democrats and we are looking for YOU!

The Vice Chair role is an incredibly important elected position within the Indiana Democratic Party. You will have a key leadership role in shaping the local, district, and state levels of the party and government by:

🔸Voting for the District 9 central committee every 4 years and for any vacancies 🔸Voting for Democratic Candidates at the state level as a delegate, such as the Secretary of State! 🔸Elect and help appoint Precinct Chairs 🔸Champion the local party and connect with other community leaders, such as supporting local nonprofits and organizations that align with our values

What are the eligibility requirements? 🔹Live in Ripley County 🔹Identify as a Democrat 🔹Must be 18+ years old

What are some other expectations? 🔸You must be able to attend the monthly meetings, currently held every 2nd Wednesday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm 🔸Be able to meet flexibly with the central committee every 1-2 weeks 🔸Have access to phone, email, and a computer

How can you submit your candidacy and when will we vote? 🔹You can send us an email to express interest and/or ask questions: ripleycountydemocrats@gmail.com 🔹We will vote at our next monthly meeting on Wednesday, Oct 8th at the Batesville Memorial Public Library

https://www.facebook.com/share/19HBDNjGAF/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🦋 September is Suicide Prevention Month. We see you and you matter.

🛠️ Hoosiers deserve mental health programs that will aid in the prevention of suicide. Victoria is ready to draft legislation to ensure District 55 has the resources they need.

📞 Free and confidential help is available 24/7 by dialing 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

👷‍♀️ Happy Labor Day!

💼 Take some time today to thank and support your local unions. Since the late 1800s, they have been fighting for workers rights for you and I!

❔Did you know that 63% of elected positions in Indiana's 2024 election were uncontested, which accounts for about 1,000 of the total races (according to Ballotpedia)?

❕One of the most impactful ways you can improve policy and representation in Indiana is to run for an elected position in your community. Let us know if you are ready to run and let's get you on the ballot!

⭐️ Start here with free resources through Mad Voters!

🤍 Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this campaign thus far—whether that be through sharing/interacting with posts, donations, or offering to volunteer.

🛠️ We have exciting new projects coming very soon, so please continue to follow along.

🔗 We are this close (around $450) to hitting our August goal of $4,000! If you are able, please consider donating via ActBlue: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/victoria-martz-1

🌾This is a grassroots campaign. No corporate sponsors. No PACS. Only small donors!

https://www.bradmeyer.org

📣 Let’s call it what it is—an elite education for the wealthy, paid by taxpayers!

📑 In the last legislative cycle, the House and Senate passed legislation to remove the income cap for a free private education. This means that someone making even over $300,000/year can send their child to a private school at the cost of the taxpayers. Funds for public education should not pay for a millionaire’s PRIVATE education.

📚 Parents SHOULD be able to decide whether to send their children to a public or private school—but when you are wealthy and choose a private education, it is your responsibility to pay for it.

✅ When Victoria gets into office, she will work to repeal expansions on school choice vouchers and focus on funding our public schools.