Politics

Jeanne Smith shares her experiences of the 2016 Democratic National Convention as a delegate for Bernie Sanders. Although technically retired, Smith still oversees business at Bikesmiths in downtown Bloomington.

Local activist discusses politics and transgender rights

By Melanie Metzman · Monday, Sept. 26,2016 6:54 p.m.

Jeanne Smith will do whatever she can to ensure Trump is not elected.

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump speaks to the audience Thursday evening at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleaveland, Ohio during his speech accpeting the Republican presidential nomination.

Bloomington Catholics comment on Trump

By Melanie Metzman · Sunday, Sept. 25,2016 5:52 p.m.

The Trump campaign announced the Catholic Advisory Group to advise issues important to Catholics.

Paul White Sr., a candidate from District 3, responses to the questions from the audience during the League of Women's Voters Candidate Forum event Thursday at the Monroe County Public Library.

County commissioner candidates debate in forum

By Melanie Metzman · Friday, Sept. 23,2016 7:48 a.m.

The League of Women Voters sponsored a forum for county commissioner candidates for districts two and three.

COLUMN: Sharing the lasting effects of national politics

By Cassie Heeke · Wednesday, Sept. 21,2016 7:47 p.m.

Cassie Heeke focuses on the necessity of being politically informed.

Trey Hollingsworth, IN-09 GOP Congressional Candidate, tells students to back up political policies with real life experiences. Hollingsworth spoke at the Kelley School of Business Monday night.

Republican congressional candidate addresses Bloomington residents

By Melanie Metzman · Monday, Sept. 19,2016 9:56 p.m.

Trey Hollingsworth is running for Indiana 9th district congressional seat.

Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson polls at 11 percent

By Melanie Metzman · Monday, Sept. 12,2016 6:43 p.m.

Trump leads with 43 percent followed by Clinton at 36 percent.

Bloomington Commander of Veteran’s Foreign Wars Joe Hardin and Congressional Candidate Shelli Yoder share greetings during the Democrat Picnic Sunday evening at Bryan Park. The event hosted families of Bloomington and democratic candidates with promises of free food and live entertainment.

Hamilton picnic celebrates Democratic candidates

By Melanie Metzman · Sunday, Sept. 11,2016 8:17 p.m.

Bloomington residents gathered for the second annual picnic at Bryan Park on Sunday.

Democrats strive for familial office culture

By Melanie Metzman · Sunday, Sept. 11,2016 4:17 p.m.

One volunteer calls the election a "life or death" situation.

Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton speaks at the Douglass Park Gymnasium in Indianapolis on Sunday ahead of the May 3 Primary Elections in Indiana. Clinton spoke about a slew of topics including healthcare, foreign policy and drug addiction.

Local politicians respond to Clinton calling out Trump

By Melanie Metzman · Thursday, Sept. 8,2016 8:09 p.m.

This was Hillary Clinton's first press conference in nine months.

Marcella Jewel speaks at the rally Wednesday night to launch the local Hillary Clinton campaign quarters. Jewel is the state director in Indiana for Clinton’s campaign.

New office promotes Democratic ticket in Bloomington

By Melanie Metzman · Wednesday, Sept. 7,2016 9:35 p.m.

The new Democratic office in Bloomington will be home to the campaigns for Clinton and other local politicians.

Monroe County Democratic Party starts local efforts with rally tomorrow

By IDS staff · Monday, Sept. 5,2016 8:51 p.m.

Local Democrats will also campaign for Gregg, Ritz and Bayh.

Local democrats launch African-American caucus

By Melanie Metzman · Monday, Sept. 5,2016 8:49 p.m.

The IDAAC will work to increase African-American representation at the polls.

Clinton, Kaine head to Philadelphia to begin DNC

By Lindsay Moore · Sunday, July 24,2016 7:49 p.m.

The DNC released additional speakers including Sen. Elizabeth Warren and VP nominee Tim Kaine.

Delegates playing hooky avoid both politics and protests

By Sarah Gardner · Thursday, July 21,2016 10:59 p.m.

Many choose to hang out at the convention bar instead of on the floor.

Donald Trump, republican presidential candidate, has his supporters reference the media during a Trump rally in Westfield, Ind. on Tuesday evening. The media does not show all of his supporters and only focuses on him, Trump said. "I'm the messenger, you're the important ones in the whole thing," he said.

Trump’s address essential to party’s future, IU scholar says

By Sarah Gardner · Thursday, July 21,2016 4:46 p.m.

Trump is scheduled to speak tonight and accept the Republican nomination for president.

An audience member takes a picture as Donald Trump, republican presidential candidate, speak during a Trump rally in Westfield, Ind. on Tuesday evening.

Mike Pence tries out for running mate last time before Trump's decision

By Emily Ernsberger · Tuesday, July 12,2016 10:07 p.m.

Trump has to tap Pence by Friday if he wants him for VP.

Trump to hold Indiana rally in Westfield amid VP speculation for Pence

By IDS staff · Saturday, July 9,2016 4:40 p.m.

Amid speculation of who he might choose to be his vice president, Republican nominee Donald Trump is having a rally in central Indiana.

Governor Mike Pence speaks on a variety of topics at the 2016 State of the State address in Indianapolis on Tuesday. Pence spoke on a variety of topics, from gun control legislation to education bills. "And when we do this, we will fulfill the promise, not just of our time, but we will fulfill the promise first forged beneath that constitution elm in Corydon in 1816—the promise of a state built on freedom that would become a beacon of hope and an example to the nation."

Pence addresses state

By Annie Garau · Wednesday, Jan. 13,2016 1:14 a.m.

Even with all of these symbols that continuously define the Hoosier state, the governor and legislators made it clear that with regards to state transportation, education healthcare and civil rights legislation, somethings have to change.

Ordinance protects gender and sexual minorities

By Anne Halliwell · Thursday, Dec. 10,2015 12:33 a.m.

Bloomington Common Council reacts to Senate Bill 100, which proposes to extend protections for gender and sexual minorities.

Indiana House Republicans will fight require doctors' sign-off for cold and allergy medicines

Thursday, Nov. 19,2015 11:52 p.m.

Indiana House Republicans want medicines containing pseudoephedrine to require doctors' prescriptions.

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