Team,

Your Indiana Republican State Committee is committed to growing and improving our party operations. We understand that in order to do that, we have to empower our grassroots leaders with the best tools possible to help get Republicans elected up and down the ballot. One way that we were able to do that recently was through an opportunity with the Republican National Committee called the County Chair Fly In, a conference the RNC held in Kansas City. 

At this conference, the RNC allows each state to send up to three county chairs to come network and learn some of the new and best strategies to help our candidates win. Representing us were Johnson County Chair Beth Boyce, Montgomery County Chair Jim Johnson and Noble County Chair Shelly Williams. While at this training, they were able to network with many of their peers from across the country and learn some new ways to help candidates across our state. They were able to hear in-depth presentations on how to improve our communications, data, digital, and fundraising efforts. They were also able to hear from RNC leadership about our increased efforts to promote "banking your vote" in 2023 and beyond. 

I want to thank our county chairs for taking the time to go this important training, and for the tools and knowledge they brought back to help the Indiana GOP continue to grow. We look forward to partnering in training opportunities throughout the state, and ultimately are looking forward to seeing many of you at Congress of Counties in February where we will share these tools, techniques, and have the opportunity to refine our best practices.

As always, thank you for all you do to make our party and our state thrive!

Chairwoman Anne F. Hathaway

Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today that Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) and Samsung SDI will significantly expand electric vehicle battery manufacturing operations in Indiana, investing more than $3.2 billion. The facility will be the joint venture’s second StarPlus Energy gigafactory in Kokomo. To support this growth, the companies plan to create 1,400 new, high-wage jobs in north central Indiana, growing its total planned workforce to 2,800 jobs.

“Indiana’s economy is on a roll,” said Gov. Holcomb. “Today’s commitment from Stellantis and Samsung SDI will double the capital investment, the new jobs created, and the impact this joint venture will have on Kokomo and the state of Indiana for decades to come. This decision puts Hoosiers squarely at the center of innovating and developing the future of mobility, catalyzing Indiana’s leadership position in tomorrow’s global economy.”

What else happened this week? Gov. Holcomb shared an update on the My Healthy Baby program.

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Governor Eric Holcomb - "Reports this morning of the brutally directed Hamas land, air, and sea invasion into Israel brings the cruel reminder that terrorism seeks war not peace. The over 2,200 rockets launched into civilian neighborhoods, the long list of civilians killed and injured, the hostages taken are all tear jerking, especially knowing the war Hamas planned and sought, is the war they will get..."

Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch - "Having visited Israel just last year, I am deeply saddened by the attacks that have taken place over the course of the day. My heart goes out to the Israeli people and the families of those who have already lost their lives to these senseless terrorist attacks. I pray for a speedy resolution and that Israel can once again experience peace."

Senator Todd Young - "I have strongly opposed the Administration’s decision to transfer $6 billion to the Iranian regime, which supports and funds Hamas, and I am pleased to see growing bipartisan congressional support for freezing these funds..."

Senator Mike Braun - "Iran knew they had $6 billion coming their way, and that windfall freed up resources to plan & execute the heinous terrorist attack from Hamas against our greatest ally in the region, Israel. The U.S. should freeze these funds immediately & permanently..."

Attorney General Todd Rokita - "our office teamed up with a coalition of 27 AGs in a joint statement condemning the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel."

Congressman Rudy Yakym - "Hamas’ barbaric terrorist attacks on Israel have shocked the conscience of the civilized world. Israel has an unequivocal right to defend itself and her citizens. America will always stand with Israel."

Congressman Jim Banks - "We must do everything in our power to help Israel. One of my amendments to the FY24 NDAA ensures Israel has the precision-guided munitions needed to prevail in a fight with Iran and its terrorist proxies. We need to get back to work and pass our strong House NDAA right away."

Congressman Jim Baird - "The attack by Hamas on the Israeli people is heinous and unacceptable. Now more than ever, we must stand by our Israeli allies in their struggle for peace and security. I stand with Israel now and always."

Congresswoman Victoria Spartz - "Acts of terror committed against Israeli civilians this weekend cannot be tolerated by the international community. I urge our allies in the Middle East to stand with the people of Israel and not allow Teheran and Moscow to destabilize the Middle East using Hamas terrorists as a tool, and destroy the lives of millions. The United States will stand with the people of Israel in their fight to defend themselves and their nation."

Congressman Greg Pence - "Today, just 26 days after the Biden admin agreed to send $6 billion dollars to Iran, Israel, our strongest ally in the Middle-East, is under an unprecedented terrorist attack by Iran-backed Hamas. I stand with Israel, condemn these attacks, & I am praying for all those affected."

Congressman Larry Bucshon - "I stand with the people of Israel, a key ally and friend to the United States. We must condemn this ruthless terror by Hamas and fully support Israel’s right to defend itself."

Congresswoman Erin Houchin - "I condemn, in the strongest possible terms, the unjustified and disgusting attacks by Hamas on our friend and ally Israel. Today, and everyday, I stand with the people of Israel as they defend their homeland from the scourge of terrorism."

October 14: Decatur County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner

October 16: '23 Fall Election Red Rally

October 21: 2023 Lake County Republican Party Trap Shoot Fundraiser

October 21: Owen County Reagan Day Chili Cook-Off

October 24: Wabash County Lincoln Day Dinner

October 28: Adams County Republican Party Benjamin Harrison Breakfast

October 30: Orange County Republican Fall Dinner

Events past these dates are available on our website and will be added to the newsletter as we approach them.

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