Ian Richardson
Ian Richardson Ian Richardson earned a high school diploma from Norwell High School. Richardson's career experience includes working as a technician.
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“I am a lifelong resident of Bluffton, Indiana, with family roots in this community that go back over a century. My professional background is built on 20 years in the food service industry and a career as a freelance IT technician.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “Our local economy only thrives when the "roots"—the workers—are healthy. Higher, stable wages aren't just good for families; they are the fuel for our entire community. When working people have more to spend, local businesses grow, and our tax base strengthens to fund the public works we all rely on. I believe in building an economy that works from the ground up, not the top down.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey) “District 79 deserves a representative who actually lives the same reality as their constituents. Whether it’s the burden of medical debt or the state of our local infrastructure, I see these issues every day. My campaign is built on transparency, sanity, and a direct line to the people of Bluffton and beyond. I’m a neighbor first and a candidate second, and I’m here to bring your voice to the table.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)Matthew Lehman
Matthew Lehman Lehman's professional experience includes working as a Partner with Bixler Insurance Incorporated and an insurance agent. Commerce, Small Business, and Economic Development
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“I believe we need a responsible tax system. We need to continue to ofind ways to spend less of the taxpayers money and be responsible for their dollars that we do spend. I will work to fund the government wisely and within budget and allow you to keep more of your hard earned money.”
(Campaign website) “I was raised to value the greatest gift known to man – life. I am pro-life and fully support the current laws in Indiana post Roe. I believe in the science of biological birth and that should apply to all aspects of life especially in the world of women’s athletics. As the marijuana issue continues to take center stage, I am not in favor of recreational use but I am open to use in the medical world.”
(Campaign website) “I consider the greatest thing we can give our children is a world class education. To that extent I support a system that rewards students and teachers based on achievement. I support more parental involvement in both choosing a school and influencing a school.”
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