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Indiana Week in Review

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Hoosier Democrats, Republicans and insiders talk candidly about issues, the Indiana Statehouse and everything in between on Indiana Week In Review from WFYI Public Media. Join host Brandon Smith and political experts as they dive into the debates shaping Indiana. You'll get policy updates on policy, the state legislature and more, from the left, right and middle of the aisle.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Indiana Week in Review - DOMA Struck Down - June 28, 2013 01.07.2013

The federal Defense of Marriage Act struck down, what's ahead in the Indiana debate? Pence eliminates some comments from his Facebook page, the Connie Lawson tweet that caused Democrats to squawk, Donnelly votes for the Immigration Bill plus Larry Bird.

Indiana Week in Review - Eric Holcomb Stepping Down - June 21, 2013 24.06.2013

Eric Holcomb stepping down. Where will the Republicans go to find a new leader? The Supreme Court rules on fines against absent Democrats, Donnelly seeks to change Obamacare, Paula Cooper gets out of prison and why Tomisue Hilbert is suing John Menard.

Indiana Week in Review - Veto Override - June 14, 2013 17.06.2013

A veto override: what's the damage to Mike Pence? Glenda Ritz hires a third party to evaluate ISTEP scores, Luke Messer delivers the GOP address, a Republican giveaway at the Pride Festival plus IU is headed to the College World Series.

Indiana Week in Review - First Statewide Candidate - June 7, 2013 10.06.2013

The first statewide candidate of the 2014 cycle - Wayne Seybold eyes Treasurer and the race for Secretary of State. Joe Donnelly and the immigration debate, Greg Zoeller recovers money plus the GOP convention in Fort Wayne and Tony Kanaan.

Indiana Week in Review - Life Sciences Jobs - May 31, 2013 03.06.2013

New life sciences jobs - a wise investment for taxpayers? A victory for Indiana Planned Parenthood, reducing military suicides and one Indiana school district considers armed guards plus local fallout from the Boston Marathon bombings and more.

Indiana Week in Review - More Public Corruption - May 24, 2013 28.05.2013

Corruption in the Ballard Administration. Where will the investigation lead? The General Assembly prepares for a veto override, an ISTEP investigation, John Gregg's plan plus Mike Pence and the media shield and our Indy 500 picks.

Indiana Week in Review - Public Corruption - May 17, 2013 20.05.2013

This week, Joe Hogsett uncovers more public corruption - what's next? The governor signs the "power grab bill, a lawsuit over cold beer the new drunk driving debate plus an Indiana Tea Party group targeted by the IRS and more.

Indiana Week in Review - Decision Time - May 10, 2013 13.05.2013

Decision time. The bills signed by the governor and the ones he vetoed, Doc Bowen's legacy, school referendums, a new policy regarding the Sagamore of the Wabash plus the lawmaker with his own smart phone app.

Indiana Week in Review - Veto Threat - May 3, 2013 06.05.2013

What the governor says about the bill to eliminate members of the City County Council, the bills that didn't survive the General Assembly, an ISTEP overload, Democrats committing voter fraud plus our end-of-the-session roundtable.

Indiana Week in Review - Tax Cut - April 26, 2013 29.04.2013

Half a tax cut. What the governor got and how he reacted. Back to the drawing board. Why the mass transit bill failed, the latest on a GOP power grab, Joe Donnelly's first Senate bill, political incorrectness at IU plus Paul George and more.

Indiana Week in Review - Revenue Forecast - April 19, 2013 22.04.2013

A revenue forecast predicts more money for state government. Is it enough for the governor's tax cut? Mike Pence signs two bills into law, legislative problems for the IMS, gun votes by Indiana Senators, Dick Lugar knighted plus cricket in Indianapolis.

Indiana Week in Review - Abortion Bill - April 12, 2013 15.04.2013

The abortion bill is on its way to the governor. What will the next abortion battle be about? Guns in school, expanding school vouchers, sentencing reform, another politician switches his position on gay marriage, plus Operation Cookie Drop and more.

Indiana Week in Review - Income Tax Cut - April 5, 2013 08.04.2013

Back alive. Why an income tax cut is in the budget again. Arm guards in every school. Will Indiana lead the nation? Mass transit derailed, a Medicaid maneuver, and the House Speaker on the disabled list. That, plus Kevin Ware and more.

Indiana Week in Review - Supreme Court and School Vouchers - March 29, 2013 01.04.2013

The state Supreme Court and school vouchers. The abortion battle - will Indiana be the next North Dakota? Hunting preserves, new voices in the farm video controversy, an Indiana Senator takes a stance on gun control plus the winter that won't end.

Indiana Week in Review - Tax Cuts Response - March 22, 2013 25.03.2013

Pence's call for a tax cut gets almost no response from Indiana mayors. A rally in support of public schools, the battle over video and farming, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway plus new hurdles for mass transit and Mitch Daniels transitions.

Indiana Week in Review - More Education Reform - March 15, 2013 18.03.2013

A rally calling for more education reform, the governor of Ohio trash talks Indiana, plans to renovate the Indiana House chamber, Richard Mourdock invests in Israel plus the governor's pay and high marks for the Indianapolis Airport.

Indiana Week in Review - Tea Party TV Ads - March 8, 2013 11.03.2013

Tea Party TV ads for the governor, a BMV lawsuit, casino competition from Ohio, a synthetic drug bill on hold a Hispanic Democrat switches to the GOP plus Indianapolis as a spring break destination.

Indiana Week in Review - Abortion Debate - March 1, 2013 04.03.2013

Is the abortion debate over an invasive procedure overblown? The mass transit bill picks up speed, the call for a constitutional convention, Glenda Ritz's office renovation plus who's calling Larry Bucshon a RINO and an unusual job story.

Indiana Week in Review - Governor's Tax Cut - February 22, 2013 25.02.2013

A vote in the Indiana House on the governor's tax cut is blocked. What's it mean? New efforts to restrict abortion, Glenda Ritz in a power struggle, longer sentences for violent criminals, the effects of the sequester in Indiana and Frisbee throwing rob

Indiana Week in Review - IMS Tax Breaks - February 15, 2013 18.02.2013

Tax breaks for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, do they make sense? The House Republican budget, what's the message to the governor? No to a Medicaid expansion, a yes vote for mass transit, a marijuana bill and Valentine's Day in the clerk's office.

Indiana Week in Review - Gay Marriage Debate on Hold - February 8, 2013 11.02.2013

On hold. Why the gay marriage debate will wait until next year. Sunday sales. The battle over booze. School vouchers, Susan Brooks on a big stage, and reconsidering the Super Bowl bid. That, plus the Pence family moves into the governor's residence.

Indiana Week in Review - Pence Choice for Dept. of Child Services Head - February 1, 2013 04.02.2013

Mike Pence makes his choice to lead the Dept. of Child Services. The Dani the deer case, the first official meeting between Pence and Glenda Ritz, a mass transit bill advances, the gay marriage debate is on hold & the Indy 500 winner hits a marital wall

Indiana Week in Review - State of the State - January 25, 2013 28.01.2013

The State of the State. Did Mike Pence make a convincing case for a tax cut? Are state Senate Republicans attempting a power grab? The House Speaker joins with Democrats on a jobs bill and a new attempt to limit the sale of cold medicine.

Indiana Week in Review - Governor Mike Pence - January 18, 2013 21.01.2013

This week, host Jon Schwantes sits down with newly inaugurated Governor Mike Pence. The Governor discusses plans to meet with each member of the General Assembly, his "Road Map for Indiana" and the 2013 budget deadline.

Indiana Week in Review - Mike Pence's Approach - January 11, 2013 14.01.2013

Mike Pence's new approach to economic development. Are two agency heads better than one? A Pence Inaugural preview. The call for a moratorium on social issues and legislation we might be able to do without. Plus, riding bikes with the Mayor in January, and more.

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