We are just FIVE days away from Convention and there is some exciting news that we want to share with you! Since 2013, Indiana has had two sustaining Democratic members of Congress. This Saturday, June 20th, both Congressmen will be speaking at #IYDConvention2020!

Representatives Andre Carson (IN-07) and Pete Visclosky (IN-01) will be joining the first-ever virtual Young Democrats Convention as leaders for our state who have shown what is possible when Democrats step up to run for election.

Congressman Carson is a proud Indianapolis native, having grown up on the city’s east side. Now in his 6th full term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Carson has established himself as an influential leader and respected public servant, fighting for good paying jobs, economic growth, and safer communities for Indiana’s working families. Born in Gary, Indiana, Congressman Pete Visclosky has been a life-long resident of Northwest Indiana. Pete has always fought for Northwest Indiana’s domestic steel industry, recognizing its importance to his communities and to the overall economy. 

“Having both of Indiana’s Democratic Congressman address our convention is an honor,” said Arielle Brandy, President of Indiana Young Democrats. “As Indiana’s voice in Congress, we are grateful to hear about the crucial work they are doing to protect our communities in these uncertain times. Congressman Carson is taking a lead right now as Indiana’s only member of the Congressional Black Caucus and has been on the front lines fighting for the current state of social injustice in this country. We as Young Democrats are committed to joining him in this fight and look forward to hearing him address us at convention.”

“We are incredibly fortunate to have Congressman Visclosky join us at our convention as he prepares to retire from Congress at the end of this term,” said Matthew Kochevar, Indiana Young Democrats National Committee Representative and former Visclosky intern. “Growing up in Northwest Indiana, I have seen first hand the hard work Congressman Visclosky has done to improve the quality of life for the people in his district and throughout Indiana. Visclosky serves as a great example to young Democrats of what it means to be an effective representative and voice for the people.”

See you at convention! #IYDConvention2020

• The deadline to request to vote by absentee ballot and cast an absentee ballot is June 17, 2020. Send requests to [email protected]. If you requested an absentee ballot, an email will be sent to you starting May 30th.
• A person who resides in Indiana but cannot legally contribute to the Indiana Young Democrats may register for the convention, inform the President of their inability to contribute because of a legal prohibition, and be granted a waiver in order to be considered a member in good standing. Send requests to [email protected].

General Public and non-IYD Members

Members of the general public may attend our convention to watch our guest speakers, participate in training sessions, and to learn more about the Indiana Young Democrats. There is no fee for general registration but we do encourage the public to consider donating to our cause to help elect young Democrats to office across the state.