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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · Feb 18

Hoosier Christian nationalists have a champion in the Statehouse who is literally one heartbeat away from becoming governor of Indiana.

But what are they planning to do with their newfound influence?

That’s the question The Indiana Citizen hopes to answer.

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One Heartbeat Away - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

Do Christian nationalists Have an Agenda for Indiana? Featured Piece A Note from the Publisher of the Indiana Citizen Hoosier Christian nationalists have a champion in the Statehouse who is literally ...

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 2h

The second disciplinary complaint alleging Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita had been untruthful with the Indiana Supreme Court has been dismissed, bringing an end to a case that erupted days after the state’s top lawyer was publicly...

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‘REALLY MEANT IT’: AG Rokita’s 2nd disciplinary case dismissed after reaffirming earlier misconduct - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen October 9, 2025 The second disciplinary complaint alleging Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita had been untruthful with the Indiana Supreme Court has been…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 20h

America’s leaders have a funny way of showing their determination to make the federal government work again.

President Donald Trump cared so much that he went golfing. Nothing shows a chief executive’s concern for his fellow citizens quite...

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Krull Commentary: Modest proposal to make government work - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published by TheStatehouseFile.com. By John Krull TheStatehouseFile.com October 8, 2025 America’s leaders have a funny way of showing their determination to make the…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 1d

Despite the public outrage ignited over the prospect of mid-decade redistricting, some political experts believe state Republican lawmakers would face few consequences if they actually redraw Indiana’s congressional districts this year.

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REDISTRICTING PAIN: Constituents could be harmed more than lawmakers by redrawing of maps - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen October 10, 2025 Despite the public outrage ignited over the prospect of mid-decade redistricting, some political experts believe state Republican lawmakers…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 2d

State Rep. Pat Boy, a Michigan City Democrat who championed social, economic and environmental justice, has announced that she will be retiring from the Indiana General Assembly on Oct. 17, after serving three terms.

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DEMOCRAT LEAVING: State Rep. Pat Boy, known for environmental and social advocacy, is retiring - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen October 7, 2025 State Rep. Pat Boy, a Michigan City Democrat who championed social, economic and environmental justice, has announced that she will be retiring…

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sydbyerly.bsky.social @sydbyerly.bsky.social · 2d

CROWN POINT — Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith said faith should be “more openly integrated into governance,” urging politicians to be “unapologetically faith-forward” amid what he called a spiritual and political awakening in America.
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‘MORE FAITH-FORWARD’: Lt. Gov. Beckwith urges integration of Christianity into governance at FlashPoint Live event - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen October 7, 2025 CROWN POINT, Ind. — Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith told a cheering crowd Thursday night that faith should be “more openly integrated into governan...

The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 2d

Without intending to, Indiana Gov. Mike Braun and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith just demonstrated much of what is wrong with American politics these days.

The occasion for their object lesson was the stabbing of former NFL quarterback and current football...

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Krull Commentary: Braun and Beckwith illustrate the problem - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published by TheStatehouseFile.com. By John Krull TheStatehouseFile.com October 6, 2025 Without intending to, Indiana Gov. Mike Braun and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith just…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 3d

Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith told a cheering crowd Thursday night that faith should be “more openly integrated into governance,” urging politicians to be “unapologetically faith-forward” as part of what he described as a spiritual and political...

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‘MORE FAITH-FORWARD’: Lt. Gov. Beckwith urges integration of Christianity into governance at FlashPoint Live event - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen October 7, 2025 CROWN POINT, Ind. — Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith told a cheering crowd Thursday night that faith should be “more openly integrated into…

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sydbyerly.bsky.social @sydbyerly.bsky.social · 3d

MUNCIE, Ind. — Concerns over public schools releasing students to attend off-campus Bible study during the school day brought more than 50 residents out for a community forum titled “Protecting Public Schools from Religious Influence.”
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‘GRAY AREA’: Muncie forum examines LifeWise Academy and rising concern over religion in public schools - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen October 6, 2025 MUNCIE, Ind. — Concerns over Indiana public schools releasing students to attend off-campus Bible study during the school day brought more than 50 ...

The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 3d

God love the underdogs—the comeback, come-from-behind, never-quit, never-say-die teams.

Even when they’re outmanned, outgunned and even overwhelmed, they keep battling.

We saw three such stories in just the past few days.

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Krull Commentary: Three teams, three inspirations - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published by TheStatehouseFile.com. By John Krull TheStatehouseFile.com October 3, 2025 God love the underdogs—the comeback, come-from-behind, never-quit, never-say-die…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 3d

Concerns over Indiana public schools releasing students to attend off-campus Bible study during the school day brought more than 50 residents to the Unitarian Universalist Church last week for a community forum titled “Protecting Public...

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‘GRAY AREA’: Muncie forum examines LifeWise Academy and rising concern over religion in public schools - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen October 6, 2025 MUNCIE, Ind. — Concerns over Indiana public schools releasing students to attend off-campus Bible study during the school day brought more than 50…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 4d

Data centers have almost no local economic effects, with one possible exception.

That’s the result of my recent study examining the effects of data centers on Texas employment and incomes. Texas provides an ideal case study because it offers both...

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Hicks Commentary: A Data Center Study - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks October 5, 2025 Data centers have almost no…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 6d

Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith wants to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist killed in September by putting his name on a bridge in Indiana.

Beckwith announced his idea for “Charlie Kirk Unity Bridge,” a pedestrian crossing meant to...

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LINK TO LEGACY: LG Beckwith Proposes ‘Charlie Kirk Unity Bridge’ as GOP Tributes Spread Nationwide - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen October 2, 2025 Indiana Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith wants to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist killed in September by putting his name on a bridge in…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 7d

Democratic state lawmakers and voting-rights advocacy groups who oppose a midcycle redistricting believe the silence from the Republican supermajority in the Statehouse is an indication that the marches, the rallies, the phone calls and the letters...

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REDISTRICTING RELUCTANCE? Democrats, voting advocates sense wavering in GOP, urge continued opposition - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen October 2, 2025 Democratic state lawmakers and voting-rights advocacy groups who oppose a midcycle redistricting believe the silence from the Republican…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 8d

The first pre-hearing in Indiana Attorney General’s Todd Rokita’s second disciplinary case was canceled at the request of the lawyers representing both parties, possibly indicating mediation talks are underway.

Rokita’s legal team and the Indiana...

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MEDIATION POSSIBLE: ‘Productive dialogue’ cited in delay of AG Rokita’s 2nd disciplinary case - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen October 2, 2025 The first pre-hearing in Indiana Attorney General’s Todd Rokita’s second disciplinary case was canceled at the request of the lawyers…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 9d

Federal Reserve’s 0.25% interest rate cut, announced Sept. 17, will have little economic effect by itself. The most important aspect of the move is what it tells us about tariffs and the damage MAGA policies are having on the U.S. economy.

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Hicks Commentary: The Resurrection of Keynesianism—in a MAGA Hat - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks September 28, 2025 Federal Reserve’s 0.25%…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 10d

Maybe the problem is that no one ever taught President Donald Trump how to say thank you.

He has difficulty seeing a gift for what it is, which is why he feels entitled rather than grateful for any kindness shown to him.

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Krull Commentary: Trump, Comey and the gift that keeps on taking - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published by TheStatehouseFile.com. By John Krull TheStatehouseFile.com September 26, 2025 Maybe the problem is that no one ever taught President Donald Trump how to say…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 11d

Former Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, a Republican, and former U.S. Senator from Indiana and U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Joe Donnelly, a Democrat, shared the stage Thursday evening at Marian University in Indianapolis to discuss leadership, civility...

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DON’T DISENGAGE: Holcomb, Donnelly urge citizens to get involved, work with others - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen September 26, 2025 Former Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb, a Republican, and former U.S. Senator from Indiana and U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Joe Donnelly, a…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 14d

Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales’ office will be hosting two additional election study meetings to present data and collect public comments on proposed changes to the scheduling of elections and the locations of polling places.

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Indiana SOS schedules 2 more election study meetings, offers email address for input - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen September 26, 2025 Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales’ office will be hosting two additional election study meetings to present data and collect public…

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sydbyerly.bsky.social @sydbyerly.bsky.social · 16d

NEW ALBANY, Ind. — LifeWise Academy’s rapid expansion of weekday Bible classes for public school students is drawing both warm praise and sharp criticism in Floyd County and across Indiana. #HoosierSky #INnews #education

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OFF-CAMPUS LESSONS: Debate Over LifeWise Bible Classes Deepens Across Southern Indiana - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen September 24, 2025 NEW ALBANY, Ind. — LifeWise Academy’s rapid expansion of weekday Bible classes for public school students is drawing both warm praise and sharp ...

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 14d

The lawsuit recently filed by Exodus Refugee Immigration Inc. appears to be the first to challenge the civil investigative demands that Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has been using to access internal documents and communications...

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‘BAD FAITH’ ACCUSATION: Exodus Refugee sues AG Rokita over civil investigative demand - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen September 26, 2025 The lawsuit recently filed by Exodus Refugee Immigration Inc. appears to be the first to challenge the civil investigative demands that…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 15d

Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has idiosyncratic notions about the First Amendment.

On one hand, when his interests are involved, he thinks and argues that the American right to free expression is so all encompassing that it should extend...

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Krull Commentary: Todd Rokita’s funhouse mirror First Amendment - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published by TheStatehouseFile.com By John Krull TheStatehouseFile.com September 22, 2025 Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has idiosyncratic notions about the First…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 15d

LifeWise Academy’s rapid expansion of weekday Bible classes for public school students is drawing both warm praise and sharp criticism in Floyd County and across Indiana.

The Ohio-based nonprofit provides “released-time” religious...

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OFF-CAMPUS LESSONS: Debate Over LifeWise Bible Classes Deepens Across Southern Indiana - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

By Sydney Byerly The Indiana Citizen September 24, 2025 NEW ALBANY, Ind. — LifeWise Academy’s rapid expansion of weekday Bible classes for public school students is drawing both warm praise and sharp…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 16d

Life has its ironies.

Long ago, a group of angry men burned a cross on my grandfather’s lawn.

They wore masks. They wanted to intimidate my grandfather, who served as the principal of both the white high school and the segregated Black high...

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Krull Commentary: A burning in the night - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published by TheStatehouseFile.com. By John Krull TheStatehouseFile.com September 19, 2025 Life has its ironies. Long ago, a group of angry men burned a cross on my…

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 17d

At the Indiana Secretary of State’s election study meeting in Jeffersonville on Friday, the politically diverse crowd of private citizens, county clerks and local elected officials were all in agreement about one thing regarding moving municipal...

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The Indiana Citizen @indianacitizen.org · 17d

The assassination of Charlie Kirk was an evil, vile and pernicious act that targeted not merely one man, but also our republic—our basic freedoms. It was an attack on the vision our founders had for freedom and democracy, a direct assault on life...

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Hicks Commentary: Summoning Better and Braver Angels - THE INDIANA CITIZEN

This column was originally published on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael Hicks September 21, 2024 The assassination of Charlie…

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