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Press Release from Bob Heaton for State Representative:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, August 6, 2008

INCUMBENT USES TAXPAYER DOLLARS FOR SELF-PROMOTION

Terre Haute – It has recently been discovered that incumbent State Representative Vern Tincher has used taxpayer dollars to aide his campaign. Just last week, a well produced mail piece praising Tincher’s record on illegal immigration control was sent to voters in House District 46. The mail piece was paid by the Indiana House of Representatives and included an Indianapolis return address.

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I have the pleasure of moderating a candidate forum in Kendallville for the many candidates who have announced their intentions to run in the caucus to replace State Representative Marlin Stutzman on the ballot as he moves on to take Senator Bob Meeks place in the state senate. If you’re in northern Indiana, please stop by. Details belows.

Right to Life groups host forum for candidates running in House District 52 caucus.

Fort Wayne, IN — Precinct committee leaders who will choose a candidate to replace Representative Marlin Stutzman on the November ballot have been invited to meet with candidates who will run in a special caucus on Monday, June 23rd. The caucus will fill the vacancy created when Stutzman was chosen to replace Senator Bob Meeks, who resigned after the Primary. The Forum is hosted by Northeast Indiana Right to Life, Indiana Right to Life and Allen County Right to Life. Cathie Humbarger, Communications Director for Indiana Right to Life and Executive Director of Allen County Right to Life, said, “It is incumbent on those of us who are committed to defending innocent human life and the family to hear from candidates who are running for office. This is even more important in these special circumstances when the campaign is short and opportunities to get to know the candidates are limited. It’s a privilege to sponsor this Forum for the benefit of all concerned.” The Forum will include statements from the candidates and questions from the floor. Topics of discussion are not limited to pro-life issues and will include any legislative concerns.

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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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