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Autumn Carter
Autumn Carter (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Indiana House of Representatives to represent District 95. She lost in the Democratic primary on May 7, 2024.
Carter completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2024
See also: Indiana House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Indiana House of Representatives District 95
Incumbent John L. Bartlett won election in the general election for Indiana House of Representatives District 95 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | John L. Bartlett (D) | 100.0 | 17,901 |
| Total votes: 17,901 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Indiana House of Representatives District 95
Incumbent John L. Bartlett defeated Autumn Carter in the Democratic primary for Indiana House of Representatives District 95 on May 7, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | John L. Bartlett | 57.7 | 1,945 |
 | Autumn Carter | 42.3 | 1,428 | |
| Total votes: 3,373 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Carter in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Autumn Carter completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Carter's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Autumn's dedication to public service is evident through her involvement in various impactful roles. She is a graduate of the Congressional Black Caucus Institute. Her political engagement extends to serving as a State Delegate and Vice Precinct Committee Person. Additionally, Autumn took on the crucial role of Diversity and Inclusion Chair for the Indiana Young Democrats, where she has been serving for several years. Currently, she serves on several boards, including the United Negro College Fund Planning Committee, helping to send high school students to college.
As a breast cancer survivor, she passionately advocates for equitable access to healthcare for all, tirelessly working to close the disparity gaps that exist in minority communities. Her tireless efforts have been recognized with numerous awards from 2020 to the present, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in breast cancer advocacy.
Recently, she was honored as the keynote speaker at the American Cancer Society's Discovery Ball, where she eloquently addressed the disparities in health care.- Public Safety:
Community Focused Policing: Advocate for community policing initiatives that foster trust and collaboration between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.
Police Accountability Measures: Support legislation to enhance police accountability, and maintain or improve the effectiveness of measures already in place. i.e. body cameras, civilian review boards
Investment in Crime Prevention: Allocate resources to evidence-based crime prevention programs, including youth mentorship programs, job training initiatives, and substance abuse treatment services.
Addressing Root Causes of Crime: Work to address underlying factors contributing to crime, such as poverty, lack of economic opportunity, and inadequate access - Healthcare Access: Early Detection: Advocate for legislation that will increase the early detection of disease and illnesses. Making sure insurance plans are not a barrier to access such services. Protect Women’s rights: Work to introduce and support legislation to protect women’s rights to healthcare. Whether that’s reproductive rights or working to decrease maternal mortality rates. Mental Health Services: Increase funding for mental health services and substance abuse treatment programs to address the growing mental health crisis and ensure that individuals receive the care and support they need. Affordable Housing: Affordable housing development Affordable housing measures Prevention of homelessness Tenant Protections
- Public Education: Equitable School Funding: Advocate for fair and equitable distribution of funding for public schools, prioritizing resources for schools serving low-income communities and students with special needs. Teacher Support and Professional Development: Support initiatives to attract and retain high-quality teachers by offering competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and resources to support classroom success. Early Childhood Education: Expand access to affordable early childhood education programs, including pre-kindergarten, to ensure that every child receives a strong foundation for academic success. Addressing Achievement Gaps: Implement targeted interventions and support services to address achievem
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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