Gubernatorial Hopeful Eric Miller Visits Warsaw
July 28, 2016 at 4:25 p.m.
Eric Miller of Avon made a campaign stop Thursday on the south side of the Kosciusko County Courthouse. More than 200 supporters came out to greet the candidate for governor.
Flanked by former Gov. Otis R. "Doc" Bowen and his wife, Carol, State Sen. Kent and Nancy Adams and State Rep. Dave Wolkins, Miller was accompanied by his new bride Vickie (Medlock, a Wawasee High School graduate).
Miller kicked off his official campaign Monday night at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds, although he announced his intentions nearly two years ago.
Bowen, who has re-entered the political scene to back Miller, called him "a compassionate conservative with problem-solving capabilities."
"He knows more about state government than any man I know," the ex-governor said. "He offers political, creditable, symbolic leadership, a man who won't straddle the issues.
"He's going to win the governorship because politics as usual in Indiana is no longer acceptable."
Miller has built up a network of support across the state as executive director of Advance America since 1980. The group lobbies state government in support of pro-Christian issues, such as marriage protection and private and home schooling.
Miller said Hoosier families are already paying enough taxes and what they want are good paying jobs and for the government to stop spending money.
"Senior citizens should not have to take out a loan to pay property taxes," Miller said to cheers.
"The future of Indiana is to keep young people in the state so they can be with near their parents and grandparents. The future of Indiana is a place where everyone gets respect.
"I see a future for Indiana where every child gets a first-class, world-class education with a choice of public school, private school or home school education.
"I see a future for Indiana where government spending is under control. We used to have a surplus of $2 billion, now we have a deficit of over a billion dollars. The surplus is to reduce the tax burden. We don't need more taxes or more gambling, but good paying jobs. Businessesmen and women create jobs," Miller said.
T-shirts bearing Miller's "It's All About You" theme were worn by several in the crowd. The gubernatorial candidate signed elephant-shaped "Miller for Governor" fans prior to the short campaign speech.
Adams and Wolkins said they've both worked with Miller at the Statehouse.
"He is right on the issues," Wolkins said. "He believes government should assist people, not control people."
Adams said now is the time for new leadership.
"There's no question about it, Eric Miller will offer good, ethical, common-sense leadership, the kind that talks to all of us.
"Show the support you've given me, the support you've given Doc Bowen, to Eric Miller."
Folks who gathered on the courthouse lawn were greeted with music provided by the Lakeland Community Band, under the direction of Martin Becker. Boy Scout Troop 715 presented colors and the group sang the national anthem. Bob Morrison led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Other candidates for the state's high office include Mitch Daniels, a former Bush White House budget director.
Three prominent Republicans have already dropped their gubernatorial campaigns and endorsed Daniels, including 2000 GOP nominee David McIntosh and state Sens. Murray Clark of Indianapolis and Luke Kenley of Noblesville.
Petersburg Mayor Randy Harris and Indianapolis businessman Bob Parker also seek the Republican nomination.
The announced candidates for the Democratic nomination are state Sen. Vi Simpson of Ellettsville, former state and national party chairman Joe Andrew and Bloomington attorney Roy Graham. Both Simpson and Andrew have said they would back down if Gov. Joe Kernan decides to enter the race.
Miller maintains he isn't running against any other candidate, he is running for governor.
Advance America is a tax-exempt educational organization Miller founded in 1980. It has become the state's largest pro-family pro-tax-reform group with a grassroots network that includes more than 24,000 families, 1,300 businesses and 3,700 churches.
Miller, who married 10 months ago, has two stepchildren, Katie, 18, and Matt, 14. He is a volunteer for the Marion County Juvenile Court, Boy Scouts of America, Urban Foundation, Care Center and Eagledale Baptist Church. He graduated from the Indiana University School of Business in 1976 and from Rushville High School in 1968. He served in the Indiana National Guard from 1970 to 1974 and the U.S. Army Reserve from 1974 -1976.
He is an attorney with Miller, Walters, Martin & Hall.
For more information write Hoosiers For Eric Miller, 101 W. Ohio St., Suite 204, Indianapolis IN 46204, or call 866-259-2004.
On the Net: www.EricMiller2004.com [[In-content Ad]]
Eric Miller of Avon made a campaign stop Thursday on the south side of the Kosciusko County Courthouse. More than 200 supporters came out to greet the candidate for governor.
Flanked by former Gov. Otis R. "Doc" Bowen and his wife, Carol, State Sen. Kent and Nancy Adams and State Rep. Dave Wolkins, Miller was accompanied by his new bride Vickie (Medlock, a Wawasee High School graduate).
Miller kicked off his official campaign Monday night at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds, although he announced his intentions nearly two years ago.
Bowen, who has re-entered the political scene to back Miller, called him "a compassionate conservative with problem-solving capabilities."
"He knows more about state government than any man I know," the ex-governor said. "He offers political, creditable, symbolic leadership, a man who won't straddle the issues.
"He's going to win the governorship because politics as usual in Indiana is no longer acceptable."
Miller has built up a network of support across the state as executive director of Advance America since 1980. The group lobbies state government in support of pro-Christian issues, such as marriage protection and private and home schooling.
Miller said Hoosier families are already paying enough taxes and what they want are good paying jobs and for the government to stop spending money.
"Senior citizens should not have to take out a loan to pay property taxes," Miller said to cheers.
"The future of Indiana is to keep young people in the state so they can be with near their parents and grandparents. The future of Indiana is a place where everyone gets respect.
"I see a future for Indiana where every child gets a first-class, world-class education with a choice of public school, private school or home school education.
"I see a future for Indiana where government spending is under control. We used to have a surplus of $2 billion, now we have a deficit of over a billion dollars. The surplus is to reduce the tax burden. We don't need more taxes or more gambling, but good paying jobs. Businessesmen and women create jobs," Miller said.
T-shirts bearing Miller's "It's All About You" theme were worn by several in the crowd. The gubernatorial candidate signed elephant-shaped "Miller for Governor" fans prior to the short campaign speech.
Adams and Wolkins said they've both worked with Miller at the Statehouse.
"He is right on the issues," Wolkins said. "He believes government should assist people, not control people."
Adams said now is the time for new leadership.
"There's no question about it, Eric Miller will offer good, ethical, common-sense leadership, the kind that talks to all of us.
"Show the support you've given me, the support you've given Doc Bowen, to Eric Miller."
Folks who gathered on the courthouse lawn were greeted with music provided by the Lakeland Community Band, under the direction of Martin Becker. Boy Scout Troop 715 presented colors and the group sang the national anthem. Bob Morrison led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Other candidates for the state's high office include Mitch Daniels, a former Bush White House budget director.
Three prominent Republicans have already dropped their gubernatorial campaigns and endorsed Daniels, including 2000 GOP nominee David McIntosh and state Sens. Murray Clark of Indianapolis and Luke Kenley of Noblesville.
Petersburg Mayor Randy Harris and Indianapolis businessman Bob Parker also seek the Republican nomination.
The announced candidates for the Democratic nomination are state Sen. Vi Simpson of Ellettsville, former state and national party chairman Joe Andrew and Bloomington attorney Roy Graham. Both Simpson and Andrew have said they would back down if Gov. Joe Kernan decides to enter the race.
Miller maintains he isn't running against any other candidate, he is running for governor.
Advance America is a tax-exempt educational organization Miller founded in 1980. It has become the state's largest pro-family pro-tax-reform group with a grassroots network that includes more than 24,000 families, 1,300 businesses and 3,700 churches.
Miller, who married 10 months ago, has two stepchildren, Katie, 18, and Matt, 14. He is a volunteer for the Marion County Juvenile Court, Boy Scouts of America, Urban Foundation, Care Center and Eagledale Baptist Church. He graduated from the Indiana University School of Business in 1976 and from Rushville High School in 1968. He served in the Indiana National Guard from 1970 to 1974 and the U.S. Army Reserve from 1974 -1976.
He is an attorney with Miller, Walters, Martin & Hall.
For more information write Hoosiers For Eric Miller, 101 W. Ohio St., Suite 204, Indianapolis IN 46204, or call 866-259-2004.
On the Net: www.EricMiller2004.com [[In-content Ad]]