The Force Is Strong in Indiana, But Is It Wise?
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. Allow me to combine two of my favorite worlds: politics and total geekdom. I’ve always loved Star Wars, but I have …
The Rise and Fall of the Marion County Democratic Party — or How to Fumble a Supermajority
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq. There was a time—not that long ago—when the Marion County Democratic Party looked like an unstoppable political machine. They had the …
Diego Doubles Down
Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales was in the hot seat this week, but if lawmakers expected apologies, they didn’t get them. Morales appeared before …
Does Indiana needs a HIP replacement?
by Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle June 18, 2025 In his second tenure leading Indiana’s most expensive state agency, Family and Social Services Administration Secretary …
State Dems on Indy Sexual Harrasment Complaints
The Indiana Democratic Party released the following statement Wednesday from Chair Karen Tallian regarding the ongoing sexual harassment complaints and Indianapolis City-County Council (CCC) investigation. …
I was dragged out by sheriff’s deputies. Indiana Democrats stayed silent.
This is about the soul of the Indiana Democratic Party. Who we really are when it counts. by Elise Shrock Opinion Contributor I have spent …
Another Councilor Calls for Hogsett’s Resignation
The fallout from the sexual harassment scandal engulfing Mayor Joe Hogsett’s administration continued to escalate Monday night, as Indianapolis City-County Councillor Crista Carlino publicly joined …
Should Joe Stay Or Should He Go?
by Abdul-Hakim Shabazz, Esq This may surprise both friend and foe alike, but let me be clear: I don’t think Joe Hogsett should step down. …
No Beach, Just Bars: Gabriel Whitley’s Summer of Federal Time and Felony Charges
Convicted former congressional candidate Gabriel Whitley will spend much of the summer not on the campaign trail, but behind bars at a federal minimum-security prison …
Debt & Taxes
Indy Politics talks with Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union on our nation’s growing national debt and the best way to achieve tax reform. …