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HAMCO INSIGHT


Filing Season Has Arrived and HamCo Dems Are Showing Up!
This filing season is a first for the HamCo Dems record books. Not only do we have incredible candidates filing for office across the county, we’re seeing multiple Democratic candidates in several races.

Meredith Renee
Jan 223 min read


Yesterday We Spoke. Tomorrow We Build.
What began as a surge of civic engagement has become something larger: a reminder that organized voters still have the power to be heard in a Statehouse long dominated by a single party. As HamCo Dems look toward the 2026 elections, we are sharpening the focus on restoring balance, rebuilding trust, and elevating the voices that have too often gone unheard.

Meredith Renee
Dec 12, 20252 min read


Restore the social contract through political engagement
The models of Hamilton County are starting to make our reps in the state legislature and in Congress quite nervous. Our population, trending more educated and racially diverse than in the past, is looking more and more like a place that traditionally votes for Democrats.

christinadowney
Nov 21, 20255 min read


Hamilton County Democrats Elect New Secretary
The Hamilton County Democratic Party is proud to announce the election of Sarah Van Bokklelen as its new Secretary. Van Bokkelen was elected during a county caucus held on October 25, 2025, bringing a wealth of organizational experience and community leadership to the role.

HamCo Dems
Nov 4, 20252 min read


Beto O’Rourke Spotlights Indiana’s 5th District During Indy Rally
On August 3, 2025, former Texas Congressman Beto O’Rourke energized local voters with a resounding call to fight the "growing authoritarianism" of the Trump Administration.

christinadowney
Aug 12, 20253 min read


What Victoria Spartz's Vote Tells Us About Her View of Hamilton County
By voting for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on July 3, GOP Rep. Spartz proved who she really cares about back home. On the policy, the federal budget reconciliation bill (entitled in naked Orwellian doublespeak as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act) shows that the only thing the Republican Congress took seriously was how to make wealthy people like Spartz herself richer.

christinadowney
Jul 7, 20254 min read


Hamilton County Democratic Party Volunteers Join SERVE Noblesville Community Effort
This week, members of the Hamilton County Democratic Party rolled up their sleeves and joined neighbors from across the area for SERVE Noblesville, a multi-day initiative dedicated to community improvement.

Raleigh Brown
Jul 1, 20251 min read


Hamilton County Democrats to Host Community Diaper Drive Benefiting Indiana Diaper Bank
The Hamilton County Democratic Party is inviting community members to support local families in need by participating in a Diaper Drive on Saturday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at EPIC Coffee, located at 7249 E 146th St, Carmel, IN.

Raleigh Brown
Jun 10, 20251 min read


Hamilton County Democrats Celebrate “Night for the Blues”
Hamilton County Democratic Party celebrated a vibrant evening of community, music, and civic engagement at its annual “Night for the Blues” fundraiser, held on Friday, May 30, at Bash in Carmel.

Raleigh Brown
Jun 9, 20252 min read


Hamilton County Democrats Hire First Executive Director
The Hamilton County Democratic Party is proud to announce the hiring of its first-ever full-time Executive Director, Raleigh Brown.

Raleigh Brown
May 31, 20251 min read


One Night for the Blues: A Look Back to Move Forward
You’ve probably heard by now about our major fundraiser on May 30th, Night for the Blues. We’re thrilled to say that the event is officially sold out! While the venue is at capacity, we’d still love to welcome sponsors and donors who want to support our mission.
Nocona Canady-Flatt
May 20, 20253 min read


Joe Donnelly to Keynote Hamilton County Democratic Party’s Night for the Blues Dinner
The Hamilton County Democratic Party is proud to announce that former U.S. Senator and Ambassador Joe Donnelly will serve as the keynote speaker for the 2025 Night for the Blues dinner.

Meredith Renee
May 13, 20251 min read


April HamCo Connect: How to Get Involved
April’s HamCo Connect drew a full house in Fishers, helping new and seasoned Democrats plug into party structure, local elections, volunteer teams, and leadership roles. Learn how to get involved ahead of the May 2026 Primary—and check out the new “Dems Do Good” shirts!

loricateshand
May 1, 20252 min read


The SAVE Act Could Make It Harder for Women to Vote—Here’s How
I got my Real ID when they first came out in 2010, and boy was it a pain. I had to prove that I had been married for 18 years. I got married in southern Indiana but I had just moved to Wisconsin with my then finance. I changed my last name to my husband’s while living in Wisconsin.

Pam Williams
Apr 18, 20253 min read


Perceived "Division" Is Better Than Bowing to a Dictator
On March 15, Indiana Democratic Party central committee members narrowly elected former state senator Karen Tallian to the role of state par

Christina Downey
Mar 23, 20253 min read


A Bold New Era: Hamilton County Democrats Usher in Fresh Leadership and Renewed Focus
“We’re going to be everywhere, all the time,” declared new Hamilton County Democratic Party Chair Josh Lowry in his acceptance speech at the

loricateshand
Mar 7, 20252 min read


2024 Wrap-Up with our Chair
Thank you for the opportunity to serve as County Party Chair for the past year. It has been a joy to work alongside you to strengthen Hamilt

chair6342
Feb 7, 20254 min read


Help Make a HamCo Family’s Holidays Happier
The Hamilton County Democratic Party has made a commitment to help our county through our #BoostHamCo projects. For the third year in a row,

loricateshand
Dec 6, 20242 min read


Your Ballot. Your Vote. Your Choice.
We’ve got less than 3 weeks left in this election season—it’s time to get out and vote! But before you head to the polls, take a moment to l

HamCo Dems
Oct 18, 20243 min read
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