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Timothy Peck
Timothy Peck (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Indiana's 9th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
Timothy Peck earned a bachelor's degree from the College of the Holy Cross in 2003. He completed a residency in emergency medicine at Harvard in 2014. His career experience includes working as a physician and created three mission-based health technology companies.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Indiana's 9th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 9
The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 9 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
 | Erin Houchin (R) | |
| James Davidson (D) | ||
| Jim Graham (D) | ||
Emilee McCartney (D)  | ||
| Brad Meyer (D) | ||
 | Timothy Peck (D) | |
| Cody Voyles (D) | ||
| Floyd Taylor (Independent) | ||
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Endorsements
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2024
See also: Indiana's 9th Congressional District election, 2024
Indiana's 9th Congressional District election, 2024 (May 7 Republican primary)
Indiana's 9th Congressional District election, 2024 (May 7 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Indiana District 9
Incumbent Erin Houchin defeated Timothy Peck and Russell Brooksbank in the general election for U.S. House Indiana District 9 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Erin Houchin (R) | 64.5 | 222,884 |
| Timothy Peck (D) | 32.8 | 113,400 | |
 | Russell Brooksbank (L) | 2.7 | 9,454 | |
| Total votes: 345,738 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 9
Timothy Peck defeated D. Liam Dorris in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Indiana District 9 on May 7, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Timothy Peck | 66.1 | 14,606 |
 | D. Liam Dorris | 33.9 | 7,493 | |
| Total votes: 22,099 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Aaron Cole (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 9
Incumbent Erin Houchin defeated Hugh Doty in the Republican primary for U.S. House Indiana District 9 on May 7, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Erin Houchin | 79.8 | 55,278 |
 | Hugh Doty | 20.2 | 13,983 | |
| Total votes: 69,261 | |||
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
Timothy Peck completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Peck's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I’m not a politician and, while I’m proud to be running as a centrist Democrat, I’m not a partisan person.
As a matter of fact, I’ve been an Independent my whole life - and just recently joined the Democratic party. While I’ve always cared deeply about our government I haven’t ever felt completely at home in either political party.
And while saying something like that may make me sound crazy to career politicians, I know there are a lot of people out there who understand exactly what I mean.
I know that because most of you, like me, haven’t placed a political party at the center of your life.
Instead, like me, you placed things at the center of your life that you thought held more value, that were just more important to you than politics. The big things like your family, your community, your work, your faith. For me, I’m a father, husband, doctor, caregiver, and Christian.
If you elect me to Congress - these are the things I will represent.
If you’ve ever done a hard day’s work, you know that rooted in that joy that comes from being useful, is community - a sense of working for and with each other.
I’m asking for your vote so I can represent this community, go to DC and show this do-nothing Congress what it means to be a Hoosier, what it means to be useful.- I am running to represent all Hoosiers in Indiana-9 - no matter if you are a Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
I believe we are all closer in our beliefs than you might think and much closer than the national media makes us out to be.
We need to talk to one another, we need to unite; and that starts with the commitment to listen and learn from one another.
We all can see that our current 'do-nothing Congress' is at a stalemate.
I pledge to represent you and your needs. I'm running for Congress to represent you and work with other members of government to make progress—regardless of their political affiliation. We need to shake loose the deadlock, and I intend to shine a beacon on how that can be done. - I believe that every dollar we spend should be scrutinized and optimized. Every year, for example, the federal government spends $1.6 trillion dollars on healthcare. Billions of those dollars are wasted or misallocated on care that costs more than it should and doesn’t deliver the benefits it should. High quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone at an affordable cost. I have deep knowledge of healthcare, not only as a physician, but as a advocate in DC who has worked on successful bipartisan telemedicine bills as well as testified before Congress on how to improve the system to bring more valuable care. We must do better, and I will be a force in Congress to create a better healthcare system that we can all be proud of.
- I do not believe the government should regulate a woman’s reproductive health choices. As a doctor who has treated women and girls who have been raped and abused, the thought of asking a patient to carry their rapists child is unimaginable. Additionally, I have treated patients whose health and lives were put at risk by a complication from a pregnancy and at no time did I believe that a consultation with an elected official was needed before administering life-saving care. Furthermore, In Vitro Fertilization is a medical miracle that has helped millions of people around the globe fulfill their dream of starting a family, and becoming parents and grandparents. I will make sure our government does not stop Hoosiers from starting a family.
We need to address the shortage of healthcare workers, especially in areas like behavioral health.
We must protect the physician-patient relationship by removing government from our medical choices including women's reproductive health.
Rural health is a critical part of our system that deserves investment, including improving broadband access, which is essential for the implementation of telemedicine and improving access to care.
At its core, a growth mindset emphasizes the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. This mindset contrasts with a fixed mindset, which sees abilities as innate traits that cannot be significantly changed.
In the realm of politics, adopting a growth mindset is essential. It means embracing change, learning from failures, and constantly evolving policies to address new challenges. Instead of clinging to rigid ideologies or dogmas, leaders with a growth mindset are open to new ideas and approaches. They view setbacks not as permanent failures but as opportunities for learning and improvement.
In my political philosophy, the concept of growth mindset extends beyond individual leaders to the entire system of governance. A government that operates with a growth mindset is adaptable and responsive to the needs of its citizens. It seeks innovative solutions to complex problems, encourages collaboration across political divides, and prioritizes evidence-based policies over ideological agendas.
I bet you do too.
I think there is a place for problem solvers in today’s government and, being honest with you, we need problem solvers now more than ever.
Because I look around and I don’t see enough of them.
It wasn’t that long ago people who held elected office were expected to carry the weight of that responsibility and act like an adults, using the brain that God gave them, to do what was right and get up every morning and get things done that helped people, that made people’s lives better, that made it easier to run and business, raise a family, and enjoy life.
We grew up and were taught that we were Americans and that being American was something to be proud of.
We were raised by people who believed part of being American was remembering that your neighbors didn’t have to agree with you and - frankly - that your neighbors had every right to not agree with you. But they were still your neighbors.
We were raised by people that worked hard and taught us to do the same.
I know my parents worked as hard as they could. Like a lot of your parents, they didn’t work hard to make it rich, they worked hard to make a happy family and to make their community better.
My dad served his country in Vietnam and when he came back he could have taken a million different paths -been a banker, gone to wall street and chased money, but he didn’t.
He opened a homeless shelter for Veterans because he knew, just like all veterans in Indiana know, that service to your nation and your community doesn't end when you take off the uniform.
And that is absolutely central to what my parents taught me was the reason that I am here on this Earth, for however long I have on this Earth, to provide service.
I am here to work and to be useful.
It’s crucial for elected officials to honor the citizen-government pact by upholding integrity and transparency, ensuring their actions align with the public interest.
As an emergency room doctor, I set broken bones all the time. I’ve set broken arms, legs, everything you could imagine.
Do you know what I’ve never set, never once in my entire life?
I’ve never set a Democratic broken bone, or a Republican broken bone.
I’ve never helped an Independent car crash victim.
I’ve never in my life taken a partisan bullet out of a child struck by a bullet.
I’ve never held a Democratic hand or a Republican hand of an elderly patient scared they won’t make it through the night.
I’ve never asked a patient who they voted for or who they donated to before working as hard as I could to make them better.
I’ve only treated people - neighbors, mothers, fathers, sons and daughters.
That’s just the say I see people - as my neighbor and as my fellow man and while that might not be the way to climb the political ladder I don’t plan on changing it and I couldn’t if I tried.
I know, from talking to so many people in so many communities in our corner of Indiana that most people think just like I do. And we all deserve politicians that see this type of thinking as a core responsibility.
At that moment, brought on by the worst of humanity, I saw the best of humanity as hundreds of highly trained professionals worked tirelessly to save life. While some lost limbs and will live with scars and disabilities caused by that horrible attack, I did not lose one single patient that day. I saw, in one day, the worst that people could do but, more importantly, I saw the best that people could do.
The U.S. House of Representatives possesses unique qualities rooted in the brilliance of the Constitution's framers and the legislative process. Its role in the system of checks and balances ensures representation and accountability.
Unfortunately, there are limitations in our primary process that tends to advance extremist candidates who are more interested in partisan politics than common-sense solutions. As a body, the House should be encouraging policies that allow voters to have a wider range of choices instead of continuing the cycle of electing extremists that don’t represent our interests.
You do not have to serve in Congress to be a public servant. Everyone who teaches a child, delivers mail, cares for a senior, nurses someone back to health, or just does their best to be a good citizen is a good public servant. Let’s stop thinking of public service as a high-and-mighty position and understand that everyone, from every position, can be a leader if we just listen to their voice and their story.
I’m not a politician and neither are you.
You and I know how to work hard, we know how to work with our hands.
You don’t teach Democratic students.
You don’t patrol Republican streets.
You don’t frame houses or install ductwork by political party.
You don’t farm based on what an opinion poll tells you.
Instead you work with your neighbors, try your best, to get your job done and above all to be useful.
I want to be your voice in Congress because I want to be useful to you.
I will not forget what it is to be useful - to try to do my best.
I will not forget what a hard day’s work feels like and what it means to love my neighbor as I love myself.
If elected, I will work on all of these issues.
Specifically, I will establish myself as a leader that will work to do what's needed to keep our entitlement programs operating.
It's crucial to ensure that programs like Medicare and Social Security remain solvent to prevent hardship for those who rely on them. Insufficient funding could lead to cutbacks, negatively impacting individuals and families across the nation. We need to spend our money wisely and invite innovations and fresh ideas to continuously improve these vital programs. If not addressed, the strain on entitlement budgets could spill over into other areas of the budget, creating additional fiscal challenges.
Innovation is the engine of economic growth and competitiveness. Without continuous innovation, the nation risks falling behind in a rapidly evolving global economy. Investing in research and development, promoting entrepreneurship, and fostering a culture of innovation are imperative to drive progress and address emerging challenges effectively. This includes our entitlement programs.
Implementing value-based solutions which prioritize outcomes and effectiveness, ensure that resources are used efficiently and sustainably. By focusing on delivering results rather than adhering to partisan agendas, we can implement solutions that maximize benefits for society while minimizing costs and waste that can save these programs for our children.
To achieve meaningful progress, we must prioritize the national interest over partisan considerations. By focusing on common goals, such as improving the quality of life for all Americans and securing the nation's future prosperity, we can find common ground and work together to overcome ideological differences.
Unfortunately, the need to fundraise – driven by the destructive effect of money in our politics – means that much of representatives' time in office is spent raising money for their next campaign. As such, a three or four year term would better position our legislators to legislate. Longer terms would also provide our legislators more time to get used to the job and ultimately create more experienced legislators.
I also believe in order to help strengthen the ethics of our government, we should focus on stopping the revolving door of “Congress to high-paid lobbyists.”
“You’re here, you listen, and I’ll vote for you.”
Compromise isn’t only necessary - it’s a center-point of our government system.
Compromise is essential for effective policymaking, as evidenced by historical examples of bipartisan cooperation yielding significant achievements. The aftermath of September 11th saw unprecedented national unity, showcasing the power of bipartisanship in times of crisis. Collaborative efforts between Clinton and Gingrich led to a balanced budget, demonstrating how shared goals can transcend party lines for the greater good. Similarly, the partnership between Reagan and O'Neill, as well as Johnson's bipartisan efforts to enact Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security, underscore the importance of reaching across the aisle to address critical societal needs.
My personal experiences further highlight the value of compromise and collaboration. Living in a nursing home and innovating telemedicine underscored the importance of bridging ideological divides to enact meaningful change. By engaging with lawmakers from both parties and emphasizing the shared benefits of innovative solutions, we were able to advance reimbursement mechanisms that were crucial for vulnerable patients when the pandemic hit.
Moreover, the responsibility of elected officials extends beyond partisan agendas. Stubborn refusal to compromise is not only irresponsible but undermines the democratic process and fails to serve the interests of the people. Congress must prioritize cooperation and pragmatism over political posturing to fulfill its duty to the electorate.
Utilizing the House's power over revenue bills, I would focus on introducing innovative measures to streamline processes, enhance transparency, and combat fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption in healthcare and other sectors. By negotiating drug pricing and implementing reforms, we can generate substantial savings without resorting to tax increases.
By prioritizing these efforts, we can alleviate the need for any new taxes from the working and middle class. Instead, we can redirect resources towards initiatives that benefit all Americans, such as infrastructure development, education, and social programs.
Additionally, the House must play a crucial role in identifying and rooting out corruption within government agencies. This includes investigating allegations of misconduct, conflicts of interest, and unethical behavior among public officials.
Moreover, ensuring non-partisanship among government agencies is essential for their effective functioning and the preservation of democratic norms. The House should investigate any instances of political interference, bias, or manipulation within agencies to safeguard their independence and impartiality.
Former Indiana-9 Representative Baron Hill
Additionally, my background in education and entrepreneurship drive an interest in the Committee on Education and the Workforce so we can ensure we’re properly supporting the future of our country.
To achieve this, comprehensive financial disclosure for officials and agencies is necessary, preventing corruption and ensuring officials act in the public's interest.
Specifically, donors should be required to disclose the elected and political appointments that they hold or have ever held on the FEC website.
For example, you can't not transparently search to see what politicians and political appointees have given money to Congressional campaigns the Houchin campaign. For example, Jamey Noel - the Chair of the Indiana-9 Republican party who is facing multiple felony charges for spending our District 9 tax money for his personal use - gave a maximum allowed donation to our current U.S. Representative's campaign. This donation came from his pocket, which means (if he is convicted) came at least in part from our taxes. This kind of money trail should be outlined by the government and not need investigative journalists (like www.opensecrets.com) and citizens to do the work currently needed to uncover corruption.
In fact, if this were the case, this information would likely be openly published on comprehensive voter guides like Ballotpedia as a key indicator of trust.
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Campaign website
Peck’s campaign website stated the following:
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Healthcare Reproductive Rights
On this matter let me be crystal clear - I do not believe the government should regulate a woman’s reproductive health choices. As a doctor who has treated patients - women, men, and children - who have been raped and abused the thought of asking a patient to carry their rapist’s child is abhorent. Additionally, I have been with patients whose health and lives were put at risk by a complication from a pregnancy and at no time did I believe that a consultation with an elected official was needed before administering life-saving care.
In Vitro Fertilization is nothing short of a medical miracle that has helped millions of people around the globe fulfill their dream of starting a family, becoming parents, and becoming grandparents. As someone who has delivered dozens of babies and who just became a new father myself, I am in total agreement with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists when they said the attacks on IVF unjustly and unfairly denies individuals the right to utilize safe, effective, and proven medical care. As a member of Congress I will work to ensure Indiana and other states cannot criminalize or interfere with IVF treatments and stop Hoosiers from starting a family. Economic Empowerment Strong border protections Strengthen our Farming Communities Protect Workers' Rights Invest in Adult Education Invest in Childhood Education Tax Reform and Reduction in Wasteful Spending Stop Poverty Invest in Public Safety Protect our Democracy Abroad |
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| —Timothy Peck’s campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 10, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Timothy Peck’s campaign website, “Issues,” accessed Apri 17, 2024
