DAVID SANDERS FOR INDIANA STATE SENATE--DISTRICT 23

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David A. Sanders’s approach to policy is informed by a distinguished career in the sciences. He currently serves as an Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Purdue University Education: B.S. from Yale College; Ph.D. in Biochemistry from UC Berkeley. Scientific Impact: An author of two U.S. patents, his research on the Ebola virus contributed to the U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s efforts to prevent biological weapons proliferation. Recipient of the National Science Foundation CAREER Award and an American Cancer Society Research Scholar.

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Dr. David A. Sanders is running for State Senate District 23 with a clear mission: restoring trust, integrity, and accountability to Indiana’s leadership. A scientist, educator, and veteran local official, David believes that state government must be open, ethical, and fiercely protective of the people it serves. He has been a resident of West Lafayette for 30 years.

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David’s platform is built on defending local communities and protecting individual freedoms. Local Sovereignty: David successfully built a bipartisan coalition to protect the Wabash River from the LEAP-Lebanon project. He will continue to fight against state preemption of local self-rule. Personal Freedom: He opposes government interference in marriage and childbearing decisions, advocating for the privacy and autonomy of Indiana families. He has been a vocal opponent of government surveillance.

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If you are a registered voter in District 23, there’s a good chance that you have met me. Perhaps you would recognize me by the hats I wear. My three sons attended West Lafayette public schools and I am a firm supporter of public education. Having served as West Lafayette City Councilor as a Democrat since 2016, I am recognized for safeguarding taxpayer money and opposing government invasion of privacy and have championed local control of government functions. I personally answer every message sent by constituents and have held monthly Meet Your Councilor meetings. I also will continue to focus on ensuring that veterans receive the benefits that they have earned.