“In Putin's last days, he must know the free world will continue to answer Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s call for more humanitarian and political support.”

– Governor Eric Holcomb

John,

In the midst of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, the entire Hoosier community is praying for the people affected, and Governor Holcomb is taking steps to provide tangible support:

• Indiana has divested $147 million in state government investments that have Russian interests
• Indiana has offered to house screened Ukrainian refugees should the U.S. government need a safe haven for them
• Indiana has verified that no public universities offer Russia-funded programs

During his travels in Slovakia last week, Governor Holcomb visited a Ukrainian refugee camp, where he heard of the horrors these people have dealt with firsthand.

And while in the capital city of Bratislava, he placed a wreath in the Gate of Freedom Memorial, a memorial that honors the victims of communism who tried to cross the Iron Curtain in the late 1940's.

John, this entire experience was special for Governor Holcomb, and it reminded him just how important it is that all free people of the world join together to defend democracies.

He was also so inspired by the Ukrainian refugees he joined in Slovakia. Their resolve and positivity in the midst of this crisis touched his heart, and Eric reassured them that Indiana will be standing with them throughout Putin’s invasion.

Governor Holcomb is so proud of all Hoosiers for the part we’re playing to support the people of Ukraine in this time of crisis.

Indiana will always stand against threats to freedom and democracy, no matter where they may be.

Thanks,

Holcomb Crew