Turn Left, hosted by Indiana's Own Dana Black

The Indiana Democratic Party convention will be held on July 13, 2024. The convention is the time for us to finalize our platform, and the delegates will select our candidate for Attorney General. We know Todd Rokita has been and continues to be an embarrassment to our great state. From lying on television to lying about legal proceedings, it is clear, he is not the kind of individual to hold this...

I love nerding out on politics. From the candidates and parties to fundraising and strategy. In this special episode, we chat with Mary Noone of Campaign Strategy about how candidates should think about the messaging, fundraising, and how to engage voters. This is a good listen! Freedom over Facism Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freedom-over-fascism/id1668429440 Mary Noone https://w...

The news of Micah Beckwith winning the election for Lt. Governor should cause concern. He is looking to bring the same type of chaos to our state house that he brought to the library board in Hamilton County. Dude wants to ban books and ban the LGBTQ+ community. But we can prevent him from winning if we show up. There are more reasonable people in Indiana than there are these clowns. This week on...

Southern Indiana has amazing Democrats looking for the right type of leadership at every level of government. On this week's Turn Left, we will chat with a candidate who is looking to improve the lives of Hoosiers in the southern part of our state. Also, rural Indiana needs the right elected officials too! Hendricks County, do you know who is on your ballot? Meet one of your candidates this we...

Happy Pride Month!! After a week off, Turn Left is back with two more candidates you should get to know. Indiana, we have some work to do if we want to improve the quality of life for Hoosiers. Our general assembly has put the lives of women at risk, they look to restrict educators and silence the LGBTQ+ community. They scream as loudly as possible about their rights while attempting to limit the...

Between the Pacers getting to the ECF and the Fever getting their legs and team chemistry, Indiana basketball is BACK! But with all of the sports excitement, we can't lose sight of the fact that this election cycle is critical to the future of our state. We have the opportunity to change lives by electing the correct leaders to our state house. Be sure to check out this week's guest and he...

Now that we have all taken a breath from the primary, have you considered which candidates or campaigns you will support? May I make a suggestion? We must end the super majority in the statehouse. So many policies that are being created can be harmful to Hoosiers, and good policies that could help Hoosiers are not getting into committees. As Democrats, we don't have enough elected officials on...

Turn Left, Indiana Poiitics from the Left Side of Things! And to donate to this week's candidates appearing on Turn Left, click Amanda Eldridge https://secure.actblue.com/donate/elect-eldridge-1?refcode=TurnLeft Katie Morgan: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/friends-of-katie-morgan-1?refcode=TurnLeft

We are just a few days away from the primary election day. Have you early voted? Do you have a plan for Tuesday? Are you taking someone with you to the polls? Don't listen to anyone who tells you your vote doesn't matter. If voting wasn't important and had an impact on the direction of our nation, Republicans wouldn't work so hard to keep you from it. Be sure to hear from the candi...

I want to thank Rep. John Bartlett for taking time with me today to chat. We weren't able to do a live show, but I promise it was good stuff! To donate to Rep. Bartlett: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/campaign-to-elect-john-l--bartlett-1?refcode=TurnLeft Be sure to click subscribe so that you never miss an episode of Turn Left, Indiana Politics from the Left Side of Things.

Early voting is underway, have you made your plan to vote? More importantly, you should know the candidates up and down your ballot. Tune into Turn Left on Thursday for the live show. To donate to this episode, candidates Nate Cardelli Matt McNally

I'm still feeling good about Turn Left being Feedspots #2 ranked Indiana Political Podcast!! It feels good to have your work recognized, and, if I'm honest, I'm pretty proud of myself. Have you checked it out yet? https://podcasters.spotify.com/.../indianas-own-dana-black Early voting is underway!! This is the time of year where we all get to decide who will represent our party in the...

Have you checked your voter registration? The deadline to register is April 8, 2024. Don't miss the opportunity to cast your vote for the candidate who is closest to your values. Then take the time to learn about the candidates on your ballot by turning in Thursday to Turn Left, Indiana Politics from the Left Side of Things. Donate to David: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/friends-of-david-g...

Turn Left is back this week, and on this last week of Women's History Month, I'm talking with Alfie McGinty. Learn about the office and this amazing candidate, who has been dedicated to the citizens of Marion County. Turn Left, Indiana Politics from the Left Side of Things. To donate to Alfie: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/committee-to-elect-alfie-for-corener-1

Strong leadership at every level of government, is what Indiana politics needs now more than ever. Too many on the other side of the isle are just too happy to have the endorsement of someone with over 90 criminal charges against him and who has stated he will be a dictator on day 1. We don't need Orange-light crafting policies that impact your everyday lives. Democrats, we have such candidate...

Will you wait until the Indiana Republican Party strips away all of your rights to easily cast your vote, seek the necessary healthcare needed for you and your family, allow municipalities the ability to govern their cities the way the electorate wants, and deny your children books that detail accurate history before you get involved? Well, by then, it will be too late. Get involved today with a c...

After watching the Indiana General Assembly on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, I'm convinced the Indiana Republican Party could care less about what you and your community voted for or what you and our community need if THEY don't want you to have it. We can't change their minds; we can only vote them out. Every office is important if we want to have a real voice in our citizen government....

All politics are local, and having the right leadership at the local level can have the greatest positive impact on your life. County Commissioner may not be a high-profile position, but this is the executive branch of county government. Know who is on your ballot. Click here too donate to this week's candidates! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/friends-of-josh-burbrink-2 Turn Left, Indiana P...

The Republican super majority is causing real harm to real people in Indiana with little resistance because Democrats just don't have the numbers. They have the fight, but they need more left-leaning bodies. We could continue to simply complain about what is happening in the Indiana General Assembly, or we could get to know and support the people who are working to earn your vote. Become an ac...

Hoosier Women Forward continues to cultivate Indiana Democratic leaders. Whether they run for office, decide to be behind the scenes and run campaigns, or become party leaders, HWF alumni have proven they are ready to serve Hoosiers and move Indiana forward. I'm excited to have two alums on the show this week who are doing just that. Autumn Carter who is running for office and Samantha Douglas...

I don't know about you, but I'm a bit over watching the clown show that happens daily in DC. There are too many unserious people making decisions about how we live our lives. In most cases, they don't even want to govern, and I question if they know how. We could change that by supporting and sending smart people who represent a broader swath of America. Join me this week when we speak...

Rep. Jim Banks is horrible and does not legislate for people outside of his reality. This is an open Federal seat, and we have a Democratic candidate ready to assume the role. I know you think it's not competitive, but if we all come together in community, we can elect a Democrat .Candidate filing opens this week, and we will see who will be on the ballot in May, but now is the time to find ou...

We need to flip seats in the statehouse and prevent a MAGA extremist from becoming governor. My goal is to help as many candidates as I can. I can't donate to everyone, but together we can do a great deal to help. We start the year off with Trish Whitcomb and Phil Gift. Tune in Thursday to Turn Left, Indiana Politics from the Left Side of Things. Donate to these Indiana Democratic candidates....

Your voice is what makes our citizen government go. Enjoy the process of knowing you have a say in how we are governed. Don't leave it to others. This Thursday will be the post-election wrap-up show, where we will discuss the wins and losses and what they could mean to communities. We will also discuss what, as a party, we did well and where we can improve. Then we will turn our attention to t...

Election day is one week away! Oh yes, this is the most wonderful time of the year. Do you have a plan to vote? This municipal election year, Indiana could make history by electing four Black women to lead Indiana cities. No Indiana city has elected a Black woman to be mayor since Karen Freeman-Wilson of Gary, INYou already met Stepnaie Graf running to be mayor of Peru, IN and Deb Whitfield runnin...