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All INdiana Politics
All Indiana Politics from WISH-TV is your premier source for Indiana Politics and Policy, and now available to listen, on-demand, from the All Indiana Podcast Network. All Indiana Politics cuts through the noise to focus on the issues that matter to you, the future of the Hoosier state, and the people with the vision to take us there. Get in-depth, non-partisan coverage of the state’s top campaigns, exclusive interviews with Indiana’s political leaders, and expert analysis of critical…
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All INdiana PoliticsRyan Pfenninger, Candidate for U.S. representative for Indiana's 5th congressional district
A tech entrepreneur says American need to make long overdue investments in healthcare and workforce training to meet its future needs. Ryan Pfenninger is one…
All INdiana PoliticsSpeedy runs for Pence’s seat
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist sits down with State Representative Mike Speedy, one of several Republicans running for Congressman Greg Pence’s…
All INdiana PoliticsGovernor Holcomb talks AG and science on international trade trip
Governor Holcomb is adding 2 more countries to his itinerary as governor. We turn our attention to a Democratic primary for congress. And our panel discusses…
All INdiana PoliticsDeborah Pickett, US House of Representatives Candidate, District 5 Indiana
Republicans aren’t the only ones with a contested primary in the 5th congressional district. Democrats will have to choose between Ryan Pfenninger and Deborah…
All INdiana PoliticsGroup urges Democrats to vote in GOP Primary
A political action group wants Democrats and Independents to vote in the Republican primary. We hear from a congressional candidate who joined the race after…
All INdiana PoliticsJamison Carrier, US House of Representative Candidate, District 6 Indiana
One of the candidates on the Republican ballot this year is running because he lost his son to fentanyl. Jamison Carrier is a businessman from Greenwood. In…
All INdiana PoliticsThe Hill's Chris Stirewalt
WISH-TV is proud to add a new show to our Sunday morning lineup, The Hill Sunday with Chris Stirewalt. It’s a new Sunday political talk show backed by The…
All INdiana PoliticsAnother Republican candidate for Governor
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with Republican candidate for Governor, Jamie Reitenour. A State senator explains why he’s asking…
All INdiana PoliticsJeff Raatz, US House of Representative Candidate, District 6 Indiana
In January, Congressman Greg Pence announced that he would not seek another term. That set off a stampede of Republican candidates looking to succeed him…
All INdiana PoliticsGOP Candidates Clash in WISH-TV Debate
How can the leading Republican candidates for Governor claim to be outsiders? That question got some interesting responses during WISH-TV’s live debate this…
All INdiana PoliticsVictoria Spartz, US House of Representative Candidate, District 5 Indiana
Congresswoman Victoria Spartz’ last minute decision to seek a third term took an already crowded Republican primary field by surprise. She tells WISH-TV…
All INdiana PoliticsChuck Goodrich runs for 5th District
Victoria Spartz chief rival in this year’s primary says the 5th District needs a “work horse”, not a “show horse”. Chuck Goodrich has served in the Indiana…
All INdiana PoliticsChuck Goodrich, US House of Representative Candidate, District 5 Indiana
Phil Sanchez sits down with State Representative, Chuck Goodrich who is running for a seat in Indiana's US House of Representatives District 5. See Privacy…
All INdiana PoliticsBill Gutrich, Indiana House District 24 candidate
Voters in much of Hamilton County will pick new State Representatives this year. In the 24th House District, Republican Donna Schaibley is retiring. Earlier…
All INdiana PoliticsRaju Chinthala , US House of Representative Candidate, District 5 Indiana
We continue our coverage of a very crowded Republican primary in the 5th Congressional District, this time with Raju Chinthala. He’s a speech pathologist, a…
All INdiana PoliticsRaju Chinthala talks congressional run
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, talks to Raju Chinthala who is challenging Victoria Spartz for Indiana’s 5th district seat. Phil Sanchez talks…
All INdiana PoliticsPatrick Malayter, US House of Representative Candidate, District 5 Indiana
Geist are businessman Patrick Malayter has filed to run in the May republican primary for Indiana’s 5th Congressional District seat. Malayter has joined a…
All INdiana PoliticsBipartisan votes mark most bills in 2024 session
The 2024 legislative session is in the books. Many of this year’s bills have bipartisan support. We talked to legislators after the session ended. We hear from…
All INdiana PoliticsJPMorgan Chase CEO talks to News 8
World Wars that defined the 20th century could happen again. Those comments came during an exclusive one-on-one interview with News 8’s Scott Sander. JPMorgan…
All INdiana PoliticsDemocrats make a play for open Hamilton County seat
A Westfield foster parent says he is running for the legislature because he believes too many rights have been taken away. Phil Sanchez talked to Josh Lowry…
All INdiana PoliticsJosh Lowry, Indiana House District 24 candidate
WISH-TV's Phil Sanchez sits down with a Westfield foster parent who is running for the Indiana Stat Legislature because he believes too many rights have been…
All INdiana PoliticsMax Engling, US House of Representative Candidate, District 5 Indiana
WISH-TV's Phil Sanchez sits down with Max Engling, a Republican running for Indiana's 5th district US House seat. They spoke about why he thinks he's the right…
All INdiana PoliticsSid Mahant, US House of Representative Candidate, District 6 Indiana
WISH-TV's Phil Sanchez sits down with Sid Mahant who is running for US House of Representatives, District 6 Indiana. He's one of a number of Republicans…
All INdiana PoliticsJohn Rust removed from Ballot
The Indiana Supreme Court has blocked a lower courts ruling to let John Rust remain on the ballot and challenge Jim banks in the Republican Senate race. Sid…
All INdiana PoliticsCarmel businessman draws on personal experience in Fifth District race
WISH-TV government reporter, Garrett Bergquist sat down with a candidate for Congress who told him his experience with addiction ultimately led him to seek…
All INdiana PoliticsLD Powell talks congressional run
WISH-TV government reporter, Garrett Bergquist, talks to Indiana 5th District candidate LD Powell, Rethinking college degrees, and our panel discuss a…
All INdiana PoliticsNo more sister cities with China
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, talks to Indiana Representative Jim Banks. We take a closer look at the impact of proposed Medicaid cuts on one…
All INdiana PoliticsCandidate line up for 5th District
Phil Sanchez talks to Mark Hurt, Democratic candidate for Indiana’s 5th District congressional seat. A statehouse hopeful details how he plans to keep a key…
All INdiana PoliticsMark Hurt, Indiana Congressional Candidate 2024
Phil Sanchez sits down one-on-one for an exclusive interview with Mark Hurt, candidate for Indiana's 5th congressional district. See Privacy Policy at…
All INdiana PoliticsBeth White launches Attorney General bid
Indiana Democrats now have a contested race for Attorney General. Beth White announced that she will seek the party’s nomination at its convention this summer…
All INdiana PoliticsIndiana Attorney General Candidate Beth White
A second Democrat has entered this year’s Attorney General’s race. WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with Beth White, a former Marion…
All INdiana PoliticsLarry Bucshon announces retirement from congress
Congressmen Larry Bucshon and Gregg Pence both announced their retirements in the span of 24 hours. Phil Sanchez talked with Bucshon about his decision to…
All INdiana PoliticsIsrael consul general talks about meeting Holcomb, Indiana lawmakers
Israel’s consul general to the Midwest on Wednesday sat down with News 8's Dakarai Turner to talk about the war between Israel and Hamas. Yinam Cohen, who is…
All INdiana PoliticsHouse Democrats preview session priorities
House Republicans have already said they will focus on Indiana’s poor performance on reading scores and school attendance. WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett…
All INdiana PoliticsA Conversation with Indiana Congressman Jim Banks
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with Indiana Congressman Jim Banks. They talk about the budget standoff over border security, former…
All INdiana PoliticsEvansville to swear in first woman mayor
Evansville will make history in 2024 as they swear in Stephanie Terry as that city’s first female and first black mayor. WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett…
All INdiana PoliticsGovernor Holcomb prepares for final session
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down to talk with Governor Eric Holcomb as he heads into his final legislative session. And our political…
All INdiana PoliticsEnd of Year discussion with Governor Eric Holcomb
Governor Eric Holcomb is entering his final year in office. He is unable to run for reelection due to term limits. The 2024 legislative session is not a budget…
All INdiana PoliticsMike Braun talks Israel aid and impeachment inquiry
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with Senator Mike Braun about the Israel aid package and a new impeachment inquiry against President…
All INdiana PoliticsSenator Todd Young talks to Indiana Politics
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with Senator Todd Young, State Comptroller outlines vision for office, and our panel discuses the…
All INdiana PoliticsChild Care Advocates Expect Big Changes in a Busy Legislative Session
WISH-TV Government Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with the United Way’s, Same Snideman to talk about big changes for the Indiana childcare system that…
All INdiana PoliticsJim Brainard, outgoing mayor of Carmel
It’s the end of an era in Indianapolis politics. Jim Brainard, the mayor of Carmel, is retiring at the end of the month after 28 years in office. He’s one of…
All INdiana PoliticsDestiny Wells launches Attorney General Bid
Next year’s Attorney’ General’s race is coming into focus. Destiny Wells says she will seek the Democratic nomination for that office. She’s challenging…
All INdiana Politics2024 Democratic candidate for Indiana Attorney General, Destiny Wells
Attorney General, Todd Rokita, now has a challenger in his bid for a second term. You might remember Destiny Wells. She was the Democratic candidate for…
All INdiana PoliticsBreaking Down the Election Results
Our WISH-TV Political Contributors break down the election results for the Democrats and the Republicans. Plus, our panel gives their impression of the biggest…
All INdiana PoliticsAIP Bonus: Mitch Daniels New Book "Boiler Up"
WISH-TV Political Reporter, Garrett Bergquist, sits down with former Purdue University President and Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels to talk about his new book…
All INdiana PoliticsIndiana's New Chief Election Officer
Meet Indiana's new Chief Election Officer, A talk with former Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels, and our panel discusses mayoral races around Central Indiana. See…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Indianapolis Mayoral Candidate Jefferson Shreve
WISH-TV Political Reporter Garrett Bergquist sits down with Jefferson Shreve, Republican candidate for mayor of Indianapolis. News 8 on Monday night hosted the…
All INdiana PoliticsBreaking down the Indianapolis Mayoral race
In this episode of All Indiana Politics: We hear from both candidates for Indianapolis mayor. Also, our panel breaks down the race, discusses the new House…
All INdiana PoliticsHogsett, Shreve offer competing public safety visions in WISH-TV debate
The two candidates for Indianapolis’ top job on Monday night drew contrasts on everything from IMPD staffing to the city’s handling of the 2020 riots…
All INdiana PoliticsCarmel's Mayoral Candidates
In this episode of All Indiana Politics: A huge change is coming to Carmel. Voters next month will decide who will succeed republican mayor Jim Brainard. He is…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Carmel Mayoral Candidate Miles Nelson
After 28 years in office the mayor of Carmel, Republican John Brainard, is not seeking another term. Carmel has long been a Republican stronghold, but…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Carmel Mayoral Candidate Sue Finkam
After 28 years in office the mayor of Carmel, Republican John Brainard, is not seeking another term. Carmel has long been a Republican stronghold, but…
All INdiana PoliticsExcluded Municipalities Mayoral Elections
In this episode of All Indiana Politics, we look at the candidates for mayor in the excluded municipalities of Marion County. See Privacy Policy at…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Lawrence Mayoral Candidate Dave Hoffman
WISH-TV Political Reporter Garrett Bergquist sits down with Dave Hoffman, current Lawrence Deputy Mayor and Republican candidate for mayor. Hofmann said he is…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Lawrence Mayoral Candidate Deb Whitfield
WISH-TV Political Reporter Garrett Bergquist sits down with Deb Whitfield, member of the Lawrence Common Council and Republican candidate for mayor. Whitfield…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Muncie Mayoral Candidate Jeff Robinson
WISH-TV Political Reporter Garrett Bergquist sits down with Jeff Robinson, President of the Muncie City Council and Democrat candidate for mayor. Robinson said…
All INdiana PoliticsElection Special: Muncie Mayoral Candidate Dan Ridenour
WISH-TV Political Reporter Garrett Bergquist sits down with Republican Dan Ridenour who is running for a second four-year term as mayor of Muncie. Ridenour…
All INdiana PoliticsIndiana GOP Representatives on Speaker Vote
For the first time in history the US House has no Speaker. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted in an extraordinary vote on October 2nd. Now the race is…
All INdiana PoliticsAll INdiana Politics Podcast with Phil Sanchez UnPHILtered: Eric Doden, Indiana Gubernatorial Candidate 2024
Phil Sanchez sits down one-on-one with Indiana Gubernatorial candidate Eric Doden. They discuss all things personal and political. Get to know Eric Doden…