06/15/2026
In early April, Wesley Haffenden, Jorge Fernandez, and I challenged our opponents and other local and state candidates to take a stand against the proposed industrial quarry and development in Southwest Allen County.
Tonight, we’re celebrating with our community because the people won and corporate overreach lost.
This was never inevitable. It happened because residents showed up, spoke out, and refused to be ignored. YOU did this. The people.
As the Democratic candidate for State Representative for in Northwest Allen County, I’m proud to stand with them. This wasn't necessarily my fight this time, but I chose to stand with those who are fighting. Because we never know when next time, it will be our fight, and we will need others to stand with us.
I also appreciate those on both sides of the aisle who heard their constituents & accepted our challenge in condemning this proposal.
As Wesley said, when corporate power comes for our neighborhoods, we will meet it head on. And we will keep winning if people stay organized and engaged.
Tonight belongs to the community. 🎉
Special thanks to Kate Conner & Ewelina Connolly for leading on this, LeeCastillo4me for joining us, and Kelly Thompson for always standing with the people