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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 53 MIN

Candidate Interview: Kelly Thompson

from Hold 'em Accountable · host Derrick Holder

In this in-depth candidate interview, Kelly Thompson, a grassroots organizer and Democratic candidate for Indiana’s 3rd Congressional District, sits down for a wide-ranging conversation about politics, public service, and the future of working families in Indiana. This interview explores how everyday experiences, community organizing, and service-driven leadership shape a campaign focused on accountability, transparency, and real results.Kelly Thompson discusses her path into politics, why she decided to run for Congress, and how local community involvement inspired her commitment to healthcare access, affordable childcare, strong public education, and infrastructure investment. Viewers will gain insight into the unique challenges facing Indiana’s 3rd District, including rural and urban divides, economic inequality, and long-standing policy neglect.This political interview also examines broader national issues such as immigration reform, reproductive rights, bipartisan cooperation, and restoring trust in government. Thompson explains how listening to constituents, supporting working families, and centering people over party politics can help fix what is broken in today’s political system.If you are interested in Indiana politics, congressional elections, Democratic candidates, political history, or understanding how policy decisions shape society, this conversation offers valuable perspective. Whether you’re a voter, activist, student of history, or someone searching for honest political dialogue beyond sound bites, this interview provides context, clarity, and accountability.Watch to learn how grassroots movements influence elections, why local representation matters, and how Indiana’s political future is being shaped from the ground up.Hashtags#IndianaPolitics #CandidateInterview #KellyThompson #CongressionalRace #DemocraticCandidate #GrassrootsPolitics #PoliticalInterview #IndianaElections #HealthcarePolicy #EducationReform #Accountability

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