Thank you so much for being a part of our community! We really appreciate all the support you have given us and look forward to continuing to connect with you in the future.
Belinda Drake
Former Candidate for Indiana State Senate
Email: [email protected]
Indianapolis, IN – (January 13, 2020) On Thursday, January 30th from 5-6:30pm CST, former Gary, IN Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson will host a fundraiser in support of Belinda Drake’s campaign for IN State Representative of House District 89. The event will be held at 621 S Lake St in Gary, IN.
Freeman-Wilson, who served as Mayor of her hometown of Gary, IN from 2012-2019, was the first woman to lead the city of Gary and the first African-American female mayor elected in the state of Indiana. Freeman-Wilson is a long-time mentor of Belinda Drake, whose campaign would also make Indiana history. If elected, Drake would become the first African-American LGBTQ+ woman to be elected to the IN statehouse.
Drake, who was born and raised in Gary, IN, is running to represent District 89, which includes precincts on the east and southeast side of Indianapolis, Beech Grove and Cumberland, and precincts in Warren, Center, Perry and Franklin townships.
“I am pleased to support Belinda Drake because she is a fresh voice for the citizens of Indiana,” said Freeman-Wilson. “As someone who has lived in two key areas of the state, she understands that by providing conscientious representation to the citizens of Indianapolis, all Hoosiers throughout the state will benefit.”
Light refreshments will be served at the fundraiser, which is open to the public and the media. Suggested minimum donation is $100, but all donation amounts are welcomed and appreciated. In addition to former Mayor Freeman-Wilson, other event co-hosts include Jervai Dumas, Preston Dunham, William Godwin, and Sharon Levels.
“I’m honored to have the mentorship and support of former Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson,” said Drake. “This will be a homecoming for me. Though I am running to represent the people of House District 89, I will always be from Gary and will always be fighting for all of my communities throughout Indiana.”
Indianapolis, IN – (January 10, 2020) Beginning Saturday, January 11th, Belinda Drake, candidate for Indiana State Representative of House District 89, will be conducting a 4-week, 4-stop listening tour around the district. The ‘Listening for Life’, will provide opportunities for voters to speak with Drake and share their concerns about issues impacting them and their community.
District 89 includes precincts on the east and southeast side of Indianapolis, Beech Grove and Cumberland, in addition to precincts in Warren, Center, Perry and Franklin townships.
“Our campaign is powered by the people,” said Drake. “This tour is not about me as a candidate. It’s about the voters of District 89 and the issues that matter most to them. I want to hear directly from the people about what I can do to improve their lives when I’m elected to represent this district.”
All are welcome to attend the Listening for Life tour and speak with Drake. The tour stops include:
11am-12pm
Art’s Skillet
9976 E Washington St, Indianapolis
11am-12pm
Coal Yard Coffee
5547 Bonna Ave, Indianapolis
11am-12pm
Warren Public Library
9701 E 21st St, Indianapolis
11am-12pm
Hornet Park Community Center
5245 Hornet Ave, Beech Grove
The ‘Listening for Life’ tour name is a nod to Drake’s LIFE* campaign platform, which stands for:
This is a voter-focused event, however, the media is also welcome to attend. Drake will be available to speak with the media before each tour stop from 10:30-11:00 am or immediately following the event.
To learn more about Belinda Drake’s campaign for Indiana State Representative, visit www.belindadrake.com and connect with the campaign on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram using the hashtag #BelieveINBelinda.
Join us at Hornet Park Community Center in Beech Grove on Thursday, Dec. 5th, from 6-8pm, for the official campaign launch party of progressive Democrat, Belinda Drake for IN State Representative of House District 89!
Belinda has spent her entire career as a public servant, and she is committed to putting people and policies over politics.
Belinda believes in us. She is ready to represent and serve our communities with a bold and inclusive vision to bring about positive change and progress for the people of House District 89 – and for all Hoosiers.
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NOTE FROM BELINDA:
I’m running for the single mothers who are underpaid. I’m running for our loved ones who can’t afford live-saving healthcare. I’m running for the young adults with crushing student loan debt. I’m running for all of the Hoosiers who have lost their lives to the opioid crisis.
I’m running for the fathers who will never see their children again due to a broken criminal justice system. I’m running for the teachers struggling to feed themselves and their childre, while taking care of other peoples’ children. I’m running for everyone who lives paycheck to paycheck to keep a roof over their heads. I’m running for those who have no roofs at all.
I’m running for the marginalized communities whose rights and humanity are under attack. I’m running to keep our children safe from gun violence.
I’m running for every young, black, LGBTQ+ girl who never had the opportunity to see someone who looks like her in office growing up.
I’m running, and I will WIN. Not just for myself, but for every Hoosier who has ever felt left behind by our broken political system.
I BELIEVE in the people of IN House District 89, because I am one of you. So I’m asking you to believe in me and vote Belinda Drake for IN State Rep in 2020.
Our campaign is kicking into gear and it’s time to call in backup! Join us Saturday, November 23rd, at Coal Yard Coffee for our first Campaign Coffee Event. Campaign Coffee is aimed at bringing out local volunteers that Believe In Belinda!
We will be discussing our upcoming official campaign launch event, engagement activities, and setting our first volunteer goal. There are so many ways to help with an energized campaign like ours! From the tried and true canvassing and phone banking to innovative ideas from experienced professionals, there IS a place for YOU!
Do you have 1 hour or more of time to donate per week? Then you need to be at Coal Yard Coffee, Saturday, November 23rd, at 11 a.m. If you are unable to attend, please sign up with this form. If you have any questions about the event, email [email protected].