Indiana coalition working to create more competitive districts and turnout voters
[L-R: Will Colteryahn (HD 40), Michelle Higgs (Indiana Rural Summit Founder),
Ashlie Kehrberg (Organizer), Carrie Syczylo (HD 60), Jenna Webster (WTHR)]
INDIANAPOLIS — Historically, Indiana has low voter turnout. In the 2022 midterm, the state ranked as the 50th lowest and was 40th lowest in 2024. One group is working to increase turnout by putting more candidates on the ballot.
“Indiana is one of the lowest voter turnouts. And so, part of the goal here is: can we build momentum and get people excited to reclaim their civic voice again and their civic power, which is in voting,” said Michelle Higgs, founder of the Indiana Rural Summit.
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