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** Hey Rudy, THIS is What Showing Up Looks Like
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Jamee Decio is running as a Democrat in 2026 for Indiana's 2nd Congressional seat.
I've spent a lot of time talking with people across Indiana's 2nd District, and one thing has become abundantly clear: Hoosiers want leaders who show up.
Not just for photo opportunities. Not just for friendly donor events. Not just when the cameras are rolling.
They want leaders who listen, answer questions, engage with constituents, and aren't afraid of conversations that may be difficult or uncomfortable.
That's the job.
** Showing up is everything
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Over the past several weeks, I've had the privilege of attending community events throughout the district. I celebrated Dyngus Day with Hoosier families, hosted a community listening session at The Fold in downtown Goshen, attended the Starke County Democratic Central Committee's Hoosier Hospitality Dinner, and participated in the RV Power Breakfast at the RV/MH Hall of Fame.
At every stop, I heard many of the same concerns.
Families are struggling with rising costs. Seniors are worried about Social Security and Medicare. Parents are frustrated by what's happening in our public schools. Workers are concerned about wages, benefits, and economic uncertainty. Business owners are worried about inflation, tariffs, and the future of our local economy.
People want answers.
More importantly, they want someone willing to listen.
When we hosted our listening event in Goshen, dozens of residents came out to share their ideas, concerns, and frustrations. We talked about healthcare, affordability, education, economic opportunity, and the growing feeling that too many elected officials have stopped paying attention to the people they represent.
Those conversations reinforced something I've believed from the beginning of this campaign: people don't expect perfection from their elected officials. They do expect presence, accessibility, and accountability.
And they deserve it.
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Over the past several weeks, Jamee Decio has met with Hoosiers across Indiana's Second District—from community gatherings and listening sessions to industry events and local celebrations.
I've also heard increasing concern about America's involvement in the Iran War.
Across the district, people are asking why Washington always seems eager to spend billions overseas while working families here at home struggle with rising costs and economic uncertainty.
** Hoosiers are ready for a new day
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Those are fair questions, and they're questions our representatives should be willing to answer. Unfortunately, that has become a recurring problem for “Community” Rudy.
Whether it's refusing to answer questions from local media, avoiding public scrutiny, or treating accountability as an inconvenience, Rudy Yakym continues to demonstrate a troubling reluctance to engage with the people he was elected to represent.
Listening to people who already agree with you is easy; listening to people who disagree with you is leadership.
Showing up for a ribbon cutting is easy; showing up when people are angry, frustrated, and demanding answers is leadership.
Posting talking points online is easy; standing before constituents and answering difficult questions is leadership.
That is the standard I will hold myself to.
When I launched this campaign, I promised accessibility would not be a slogan. It would be a commitment. Whether it's attending local events, meeting with educators and workers, speaking with business leaders, or simply having one-on-one conversations with residents, I intend to remain visible, available, and engaged because if you want to represent people, you have to spend time with people.
We have a lot of work ahead of us, but every conversation, every event, and every new supporter reminds me why this campaign matters.
I believe this district is ready for a new day, and if we continue building this movement together—one conversation, one community event, and one voter at a time—we can win on November 3.
Thank you for standing with me. Thank you for showing up.
Together, we win.
— Jamee
** WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT
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Thanks to the support and actions of voters like you, we are heading into a November 3 showdown with incumbent Rudy Yakym, and it will take the support of our entire community to complete the task at hand.
I am running for Congress to bring practical leadership, accessibility, accountability, and a strong, responsive voice back to our community—but I cannot do it without YOUR help.
** Contribute, and be the change
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Every single contribution, no matter the size, makes a direct impact—helping me reach more voters, share my message, and build the campaign infrastructure needed to defeat Rudy on November 3.
Contribute to my campaign today, and know that YOU are doing your part to help build a better future for our next generation of Hoosiers.
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** Action is everything
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Thank you for joining me, and I look forward to meeting you!
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I am running to give the people of the 2nd District a strong and effective advocate in Congress. This administration has neglected basic needs for food, fuel, housing, and health care and made no attempt to bring down ever-rising costs. Each day, our leaders in Washington ignore 42 million hungry people and show no signs of making health care available to everyone.
I want the voters in the district to know I’m a fighter who will always be on their side, regardless of who occupies the White House.
If you care about the future of the State of Indiana, and the future of our beloved and sacred democracy, then it is time to stand up for what is right, and stand AGAINST what is wrong!
Learn more about my campaign at decioforcongress.com.
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