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THE DATA CENTER SURGE IS OUTPACING OVERSIGHT: TIME TO HIT PAUSE
Tippecanoe County & Carroll County haven’t seen new data center proposals recently, BUT the data center boom happening across the country, especially here in Indiana, should keep our communities alert.
Due to Indiana’s tax incentives, large abatements, & the limited state‑level regulations, data center developers are increasingly targeting rural areas.
Across Indiana, communities have raised concerns about heavy water usage, strain on local utilities, rising utility costs, deals lacking transparency with the community.
If elected as your state senator, I would introduce or support a moratorium bill on new data center construction.
A pause would give us time to evaluate environmental & economic impacts, work on requiring transparency in deals, strengthen water protections, & advocate for legislation that ensures ratepayers aren’t subsidizing private development
Visibility matters - not just in celebration, but in accountability.
As an advocate, in office & out of office, I stand with you & I fight for your fundamental right to exist, & to celebrate Trans joy.
However, as policy makers, advocates, allies, & engaged community members, we need to acknowledge the reality many Trans individuals face.
In healthcare: many Trans individuals are denied care, are misgendered, or unable to access gender-affirming services.
In employment: Trans individuals face higher rates of workplace harassment & wage disparities.
With housing: Trans individuals are more likely to experience eviction or homelessness.
In education: Trans youth often encounter bullying, lack of support from school administration, policies that exclude or erase their identities.
Most alarmingly, Trans Women of Color in particular face disproportionately higher rates of violence.
These are not isolated experiences; these are systemic patterns.
Visibility is about more than being seen. It’s about acknowledging inequity & committing to change through policy, advocacy, & how we show up for one another in our communities.
HAPPY TRANS DAY OF VISIBILITY
It’s the final countdown for voter registration!
Take a few minutes today to check, double-check, or maybe even triple-check your registration status, update your information if needed, or register for the first time! It’s quick, it’s easy, & it matters. Visit indianavoters.in.gov
If you’re 17, you can still vote in this year’s primary election! You must turn 18 on or before the midterm election, which is November 3rd, 2026.
& remember: voting is YOUR right & it is far more than just showing up at the ballot box! Voting is about making an informed choice.
Take time to research every candidate on your ballot. Check their websites, their positions on issues, their work & community engagement, & their voting records. Know who truly represents your values.
Your vote is your power. Make sure you’re ready to use it!
informed voters are the best voters
Hi, I’m Marlena Edmondson, a candidate for Indiana Senate District 22!
First off, let’s be real - I’m a candidate, not a content creator.
For the state senate position I’m running for, the core responsibility is governing—writing laws, making budget decisions, & representing constituents. That’s where integrity becomes non-negotiable.
Why integrity matters? Voters need to believe the person will act in their best interest, not for personal gain or influence.
You want a candidate, not a content creator.
All grassroots campaigns are not created equally. This campaign is powered by the people!
Everything you’ve seen from my campaign have been Marlena originals & collaboration with the creative powerhouse that is my sister. No advisers, no outside designers. All me.
As we head into the final sprint of the primary, the goal is to reach as many voters as possible! Please consider donating to my campaign if you are able. In this economy, I will be intentional & transparent with the spending of any financial gift. https://secure.actblue.com/donate/marlenaedmondson
I’M A CANDIDATE, NOT A CONTENT CREATOR
This current administration claims “voting is a privilege” not a right, despite what the constitution says.
Actually, it is your RIGHT to vote.
Make sure you’re registered!
The voter registration deadline for Indiana ends Monday, April 6th, 2026. You can register or check your registration status at indianavoters.in.gov.
The Indiana primary election is Tuesday, May 5th, 2026.
I believe informed voters are the best voters, make sure you’re one of them!
Every Hoosier deserves an advocate, vote Marlena for Indiana Senate District 22.
VOTING IS A RIGHT, NOT A PRIVILEGE
This Saturday, I will be at the No Kings March in Lafayette. It starts at 1pm in Tapawingo Park.
Our current administration can be summed up in one word: reckless
Americans feel the impact of our country’s leadership when it makes reckless decisions about our safety, hoards wealth, treats vulnerable populations poorly, engages in wars, undermines election integrity, grants unethical pardons, appoints unqualified officials, and so much more.
If you’re unhappy with the state of everything, come out and see me. Let’s talk about how we can see hope spreading and how I can be your Hoosier advocate.
Marlena believes informed voters are the best voters, make sure you’re one of them!
GREATER LAFAYETTE: NO KINGS MARCH
VETERAN INFORMATION: INDIANA NEEDS TO REINSTATE THE 100% TUITION BENEFIT FOR ALL CHILDREN OF ALL VETERANS
In 2011, Indiana legislators voted to stop giving children of Veterans free tuition to state universities.
Instead, children of disabled Vets only get a portion of their tuition paid for, depending on the severity of their parents' disability.
Veterans and their families take great risks and too often make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. The least we can do is make sure their children get a free college education.
Marlena supports reinstating the 100% tuition benefit to all children of all Veterans.
The Indiana primary election is Tuesday, May 5th, 2026.
Marlena believes informed voters are the best voters, make sure you’re one of them!
Every Hoosier deserves an advocate, vote Marlena for Indiana Senate District 22.
Regarding Trump’s recent endorsement of Ron Alting: I can honestly say that I am not surprised or at all heartbroken. Endorsements like this come with strings attached.
This is not an endorsement from Hoosiers, and that is the only endorsement I care about.
As I have been campaigning, Hoosiers have shared that they need someone to represent them, not special interests, not an administration, and not a political party. I’m here as a social worker ready to advocate for Hoosiers and Hoosiers only. As a public servant, that is the only focus I have.
Let’s continue focusing on what’s important: Hoosiers can’t afford everyday living costs anymore, fuel costs continue to increase, and we’re sitting on a budget surplus but cutting vital services to vulnerable Hoosiers. As I continue to connect with members of our community, I hope to earn their endorsement when they vote in the Primary Election.
Voter Registration deadline: April 6th
Early voting starts: April 7th.
The Primary Election: May 5th.
YOUR voices are the most important to be heard.
THE ENDORSEMENT I CARE ABOUT? YOURS.
Hey Indiana! Are you registered to vote yet?
The voter registration deadline for Indiana ends Monday, April 6th, 2026. You can register or check your registration status at indianavoters.in.gov.
The Indiana primary election is Tuesday, May 5th, 2026.
Marlena believes informed voters are the best voters, make sure you’re one of them!
Every Hoosier deserves an advocate, vote Marlena for Indiana Senate District 22.
voter registration deadline april 6
Let’s call the SAVE Act what it is: a barrier to the ballot box.
The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act forces voters to show passports or birth certificates in person just to register or update their info, eliminating online, mail, and drive‑based registration methods.
Millions of eligible Americans could be turned away because they don’t have documents like a passport or updated birth certificate. Those most harmed are groups that historically face documentation and access challenges.
Think about who that impacts:
Women voters whose legal names have changed.
Rural voters without easy access to government offices.
Young voters, especially student voters.
Elderly voters.
Tribal communities (Native voters).
Military service voters.
Disabled voters.
Low-income & working people who can’t take time off or pay extra feeds just to prove what they already are - citizens.
This is simply voter suppression.
We don’t strengthen democracy by adding obstacles. We strengthen it by making sure every eligible voice can be heard.