Race to Watch: Carlin Yoder (SD 12) to Receive Major Conservative Endorsement on Friday

Carlin Yoder, Republican candidate in the open state senate primary in district 12, is set to receive a major endorsement on Friday at a campaign kick-off rally in Goshen. State Representative Marlin Stutzman (R-Howe), who is well known for his pro-life and conservative record in the Indiana General Assembly, will endorse Yoder on Friday at a kick-off rally at The Refinery at 5pm.

Yoder announced his candidacy last week. This race, like the senate primary in district 18, promises to be a race to watch as three political unknowns run to succeed Senator Marvin Riegsecker who is retiring at the end of his term this year.

Yoder’s Bio:

Carlin Yoder

Middlebury resident Carlin Yoder recently announced his candidacy for the Indiana District 12 Senate seat being vacated by Senator Marvin Riegsecker. A life-long resident of Elkhart County, Carlin is passionate about his district and will work hard to solve the pressing issues of property tax relief, growing illegal immigration issues and the restoration of family values within the community.

Carlin is a natural leader who inspires others to strive for excellence, both by example and communication. He is currently the Administrator at Clinton Christian School, where he has made numerous positive changes since accepting that role. He has raised enrollment, built camaraderie with employees and students and guided the school through a million dollar gymnasium project, which was completed in January.

Carlin is also experienced in business and along with his wife, owns Danceworks Academy, located near Middlebury. Married for 14 years, Carlin and his wife Jayme have 3 children, Caitlin, 13, Logan 6, and Quinn, 2. They are also in the process of adopting their fourth child. They actively attend Sugar Grove Church and are very involved in the community.

Politically, Carlin is resolved in providing an authentic conservative voice to the core issues that need solutions in Indiana. He is pro-life and is very supportive of the state marriage amendment. In regard to Property Tax relief, Carlin believes that Indiana must begin working toward the elimination of this tax, taking steps to replace its growing burden on homeowners and businesses through assessment caps and the use of spending cuts. He also supports immigration reform and will strive to find a sensible solution to this growing problem in a way that will not hurt businesses but works toward upholding our sensible immigration laws.

Carlin Yoder is a person who will work hard in the Indiana State Senate, providing conservatism that is needed in making the decisions that will profoundly affect the state of Indiana. He is principled, strong, and ready for this challenge.

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