Welcome to the Indiana Democratic Party’s weekly newsletter, The Kernel of Truth. The State Party will provide the most important fact – a kernel of truth – from the week. If you were forwarded this newsletter, you can sign up to receive the Kernel every week by clicking here.
🇺🇸 HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY, INDIANA! 🇺🇸
President Biden Moves to Reclassify Cannabis
President Biden understands that no American should be in jail for simply using marijuana. That’s why a week ago he officially moved to reschedule cannabis as a Schedule III substance, which recognizes its capacity to provide medical benefits.
Simply put, it’s time for Indiana to end its complete prohibition. Jennifer McCormick will develop the well-regulated cannabis market Hoosiers want as our next governor.
Indiana Ranked Seventh Worst State for Mental Health Care
This month, Forbes ranked Indiana as the seventh worst state for mental health services and access. Too many Hoosiers suffer from being in a mental health desert, and aren’t able to access the care they need.
Recent policy in Indiana from the Republican supermajority is only making this crisis worse, and pushing medical professionals from our state. Dr. Valerie McCray is a mental health professional ready to expand access to services as Indiana’s next U.S. Senator.
Every Hoosier deserves access to the mental health care they need, and we need new leadership that will prioritize improving Hoosiers’ health.
Each week, the State Party will highlight key policy from Democrats at the Statehouse or across the state. Democrats deliver a better future for Hoosier families, and we urge you to share this information with your networks.
Rep. Frank Mrvan knows we must make strategic infrastructure investments to secure the strongest possible future. With that in mind, Frank has secured millions of dollars to bring back to NW Indiana for storm and wastewater improvements in cities and towns across the Region.
Frank will keep working hard to support Hoosier communities, and make sure they have what they need to thrive.
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Become a Delegate to the 2024 State and National Conventions
Stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates on the 2024 Delegate Selection process. Head to our website for more information about how to be a part of history next year in Chicago.
Sign Up to be a Rust Belt Rising Spring 2024 Leader
Our sessions allow you to learn from some of the best practitioners in our region to gain strategies to draw on in your campaign.
Being part of this Rising cohort means receiving free individual support for developing your authentic message and effective tactics to win as well as connecting with other leaders in the Great Lakes states.
Rising works with candidates for any level of office (local, state, or federal) in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois as well as staffers and volunteer activists who are helping their local campaigns. Sign up today!
Get Involved! Opportunities to Volunteer Near You!
The 2024 campaign season is getting started, and campaigns around the state are needing help! Find an event near you and get involved to help elect more Democrats!
First Draft of 2024 Party Platform Open for Comments
The first draft of the Indiana Democratic Party’s 2024 Platform — The Crossroads Commitment — is available for comment on our website.
We invite Hoosiers to read the first draft of our platform, which champions women’s rights, healthcare access, local schools, environmental protections, veterans programs, and more. Comments will be open until May 29.
Upcoming Candidate Trainings
Join the National Democratic Training Committee on Tuesday, June 4th from 1-2 pm ET for a free virtual live training on Field Tactics 101, designed to help you build a successful field campaign in your race. Sign up here!
Save the Dates!
Hoosier Hospitality Dinner 2024: July 12 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom
Purchase your 2024 Hoosier Hospitality Dinner tickets here!
Indiana State Democratic Convention: July 13 at the Indiana Convention Center
IDEA French Lick: August 1-Democratic National Convention Chicago: August 19-22
INDems IN the News
- Indiana Public Media: ‘We’re still in chaos’: Lawmakers raise concerns about multiple, significant Medicaid changes
- Inside Indiana Business: Softer federal stance on marijuana could boost legalization efforts in Indiana
- The Hill: Republicans close ranks against Senate border security deal
- Indiana Capital Chronicle: Trump signals he’s open to state limits on contraceptive access, then insists he’s not
- WFYI: Indiana Charter School Board revokes charter for Indy STEAM Academy
- Inside Indiana Business: EPA awards brownfield grants in Indiana
- WFYI: Five Indiana organizations receive federal funding to address maternal, infant health disparities
- IndyStar: As feds move to reclassify marijuana, here’s where Indiana’s governor candidates stand
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