Candidate Interview: Paul McPherson

About this episode

Derrick Holder interviews Paul McPherson, a Democratic candidate for Indiana's 4th Congressional District, discussing key issues and his campaign strategy.

Indiana’s 4th Congressional District isn’t simple—and it’s not easy to win. From Purdue’s research economy in Lafayette to the rural farm communities of Carroll and Clinton counties, to the fast-growing suburbs like Avon, Plainfield, and Zionsville—this district demands a candidate who can connect across every line. In this episode of Hold ’em Accountable , we sit down with Paul McPherson , a Democratic candidate bringing a unique mix of experience: farming, manufacturing, engineering, and education. So what makes his campaign different? This conversation dives into the real issues shaping Indiana’s 4th District: 🌾 The future of family farms and rising land costs 🏥 Rural hospital closures and healthcare access 📡 The broadband gap still impacting rural communities 🏗️ Infrastructure investment and taxpayer accountability 🎓 Keeping Purdue and Indiana graduates in-state 🤝 Bridging the political divide in a red-leaning district McPherson makes a clear case for a more balanced, results-driven approach—positioning himself as someone willing to meet in the middle while still pushing for real solutions. He also lays out a strategy that goes beyond ads and headlines: Knocking on…

People in this episode

Host: Derrick Holder

Guest: Paul McPherson

Topics covered

• Indiana politics
• Congressional candidates
• Rural healthcare
• Infrastructure investment
• Political divide
• Family farms
• Broadband access

Keywords

• Paul McPherson
• Indiana 4th District
• healthcare
• infrastructure
• family farms
• broadband gap
• political divide
• minimum wage
• union protections

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Indiana, Indiana’s 4th Congressional District, Purdue, Lafayette, Carroll, Clinton, Avon, Plainfield, Zionsville

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