Today’s post features my conversation with Ethan Sweetland‑May, a Democratic candidate stepping into the race for Indiana’s State Senate in District 47. Ethan is part of a new wave of Hoosiers who aren’t waiting for permission to demand better — they’re stepping up, organizing locally, and insisting that Indiana deserves a future built on dignity, access, and common sense.
In our conversation, we dig into:
* What pushed him to run and what he’s hearing from voters across southern Indiana
* The real‑world impact of underfunded public institutions — schools, libraries, and community services
* Why reproductive privacy and bodily autonomy remain defining issues for Hoosiers
* How rural communities are being left out of statewide decision‑making
* What it looks like when a candidate actually shows up, listens, and stays accessible
Ethan brings clarity, humility, and a grounded understanding of what everyday families are facing. Whether you live in District 47 or you’re watching Indiana politics with a mix of hope and frustration, this conversation offers a glimpse of what genuine public service can look like.
If you prefer to watch the full interview, the video is embedded below.
