Education
Doctor of Musical Arts, Master of Music, Bachelor of Arts in Music, Associate of Applied Science in Energy Technology
Experience in Leadership and Management
4 years active duty US Marine Corps, current full-time faculty at Purdue University
The federal government should make voting easier, not more difficult. States ultimately control elections and the government should not obstruct that process in a way that restricts voting. The federal government should intervene if states are suppressing the vote (i.e. the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965).
Congress needs to send a message that the constitution calls for three coequal branches of government. Congress is derelict with regard to tariffs, checks and balances, and the current war in Iran (just to name a few).
As a man, I should have no role in any woman's reproductive healthcare. I believe that reproductive healthcare is a medical issue between a woman and her doctor. I would not move to restrict reproductive freedom, because it is not my place. Women should be firmly in control of their own bodies.
Our democratic institutions have certainly taken a hit since Trump emerged from the 2016 primary. Before he won the general election in 2016, he declared that if he lost, the election was rigged--an incredibly dangerous precedent not rooted in facts. He sewed considerable doubt, particularly with the free and fair 2020 election that he tried to overturn. In the last decade, Americans have largely lost faith in the system. Still, I believe our elections are secure.
I am committing to having a town hall in every single county of Indiana's 4th district immediately upon winning the primary. Having already campaigned in every county of the district, I have become aware of the 4th district's main concerns--oversight of ICE, regulation of data centers, women's bodily autonomy, and a single payer healthcare-for-all system.
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Education
See www.linkedin.com/in/daringriesey
Experience in Leadership and Management
See www.linkedin.com/in/daringriesey
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Congress can regulate the mechanics of elections for Congress, including things like voter registration rules, ballot procedures, and election administration, so long as it stays within constitutional limits. Congress also has constitutional roles in presidential elections, such as setting the time of choosing electors and counting electoral votes. The states still primarily run the actual election process. Congress may pass federal laws that replace conflicting state rules for congressional elections, its regulations are “paramount” over state regulations. It can also fill gaps where states have not acted, and it may use its authority with the Necessary and Proper Clause to enforce election rules and the integrity of federal elections.
If the issue is judicial overreach, the easiest constitutional response is usually to change the underlying law that the court is applying or to adjust federal court jurisdiction and remedies where Congress has authority. Congress has constitutional power to organize lower federal courts and define much of their jurisdiction, though it cannot erase the Supreme Court itself or ignore constitutional rights.
On Executive Branch Overreaches. The first and easiest constitutional move is for Congress to pass a law and, if needed, override a presidential veto with a two-thirds vote in both chambers. Under Article I, Section 7, that is the basic way Congress can check ang President’s over extension of power. The next option would be impeachment.
This candidate supports keeping the federal government out of a woman’s personal healthcare decisions, including pregnancy and reproductive care, while also backing federal legislation that protects a woman’s right to make those choices free from state interference.
The core principle is that the decision should remain private between a woman and her doctor, not dictated by Washington, but states should also not be allowed to impose extreme restrictions that effectively deny that right. And this candidate would support such legislation that would limit a state’s ability to interfere with individual rights, and privileges.
Indiana’s elections are generally considered secure and well-administered, with multiple layers of protection like voter ID, bipartisan poll workers, paper records, and post-election audits. At the same time, like any state, Indiana still faces ongoing debates about access, security procedures, and election-law compliance.
Democracy is best upheld when voter participation is broad, informed, and consistent. When more eligible people vote, elected officials are more likely to reflect the public will rather than the interests of a narrow or highly motivated minority. Voting gives citizens a direct role in choosing leaders, approving policies, and shaping the direction of government.
Putting more money in the pockets of Hoosiers, and supporting the welfare of local governments, will always be a priority. Guaranteeing healthcare as a right, strengthening Social Security, balancing the federal budget and ushering in a new American economy are also legislative priorities.
Protecting air and water laws for our future generations, while helping create long term green jobs in this district are essential for this campaign.
Promoting smart urban/rural growth that support existing agriculture are of importance.
Increasing federal funding for local school districts and expanding CTE, and work study programs in K-12 are issues that we hope to address on day one. As well as getting federal ICE agents out of our neighborhoods.
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Skilled trades
Experience in Leadership and Management
I have served as a County Vice Chair, 4th District Chair and as a candidate.
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The Federal Government play very important roles n elections/Voting. Several agencies play a role in elections such as the Election Assistance Commission (EAC), the Federal Election Commission (FEC), The USAB, and the USPS all play a vital role.
A Representative must safeguard the separation of powers. This role has been recently largely ceremonial. Congress should never cease to pursue their responsibilities to safeguard our constitutionally authorized reponsibilities.
There is no room in the Physicians office for a prying government.
An unchecked Executive branch has deeply threatened our government structure. This is occurring because we have a complacent congress. Our Democratic institutions once thought secure have been operating on traditions which today are being cast aside. Complacency is complicity.
We must have a Federal Water management policy, Healthcare, Education, Housing and Agriculture are all in crisis. Focusing on the needs of the American people is the single best America First policy we can achieve.
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Education
B.S. in Technology and Industrial Arts Management (Berea College) and M.S. in Technology (Purdue University)
Experience in Leadership and Management
I have been a Professor of Practice for 12 years and Faculty Director of Bechtel Innovation Design Center for 1 year. I have managed teams from 4 people to now over 130 people.
The federal government is supposed to have a limited role in elections. The federal government is supposed to ensure voter rights are protected, provide election systems to states, and ensure campaign finance laws are followed. Outside of that, the states are supposed to run their own election.
A representative is elected to uphold the constitution and ensure the separation of powers are enforced. The job of a representative is to ensure that both Judicial and Executive branches do not rewrite laws or overstep the constitution.
I firmly believe that reproductive healthcare, especially abortion is a federal level issue. When people travel from state to state, their access to healthcare should not change.
I believe, now more than ever we find ourselves in a pivotal time that our democracy is on the brink of collapse. We have politicians that are not willing to stand up for the constitution and allow the current President to overstep his executive duties.
The top three issues I look to bring new ideas and solutions for include healthcare reform, education reform, and new structure for the farm bill.
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Education
BA Hanover College, Naval Post Graduate School, War College Maxwell AFB
Experience in Leadership and Management
Retired Lt Colonel and Commander, NRA Board of Directors, Small business owner
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I believe the federal government has a limited but crucial role in elections, ensuring basic fairness, preventing discrimination, and protecting voting rights. At the same time, I believe states must retain the primary authority to manage their own elections, so we can ensure trust, security, and local control that truly reflects the needs of each community.
I will stand firmly against judicial and executive overreach by holding all branches accountable to the Constitution. I will ensure that each branch stays within its proper bounds, so the people’s voice, expressed through their representatives, remains the ultimate guide for our nation’s laws and policies.
I believe that reproductive health decisions should be determined at the state level, not by the federal government. I strongly believe in protecting the sanctity of life, but I also believe that states should have the authority to decide how best to handle these complex issues based on the values and needs of their own citizens.
I believe our democracy is resilient, but it faces real threats. While our institutions, like Congress, the courts, and the press are built on a strong foundation, we must be vigilant. We need to protect them from politicization, safeguard electoral integrity, and ensure that no branch or external force erodes the rule of law or the trust Americans have in our democratic process.
I am fully committed to listening to the unique needs of our state and ensuring I fight for them at the federal level. Whether it’s securing better infrastructure, protecting agricultural interests, or strengthening our local economy, I will bring our concerns straight to Washington. I pledge to be your voice, always fighting for solutions that reflect our values, our priorities, and our future success.
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