Shelby County Democrats-Indiana

08/09/2026

Don't miss an evening with Evan Bayh and the Shelby County Democrats at our annual "Dining with the Dems" event on August 29th. Tickets are on sale for only a limited time - get yours today! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bettingonblue

08/07/2026

Join us Monday Aug. 10th from 4pm to 6pm while we collect blankets and have a peaceful demonstration in front of Shelbyville City Hall regarding the "Homeless Law" SEA 285.
Bring a blanket and join the conversation.

08/01/2026

4 weeks until our biggest event of the year! Come dine with us, hear from former Governor and Senator Evan Bayh, and meet like-minded folx from our area. Get your tickets today! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bettingonblue

07/28/2026

We will be meeting tonight at the Shelby County Public Library East Wing Annex. Bring a friend and a canned food item for a local pantry. Meeting starts at 6pm.
We will be discussing and putting final touches on our Dining with the Dems 2026 - Betting on Blue event among other action items.

07/17/2026

Come help us out at the Morristown Derby Days! We are looking for people to ride on the float and candy donations! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/BukemCazCwesfx9F9
See more about Derby Days here: https://www.facebook.com/derby.day.92/

Shelby Co. Dems needs volunteers! Parade set up is at Morristown High School at 9am. The parade starts at 11am.

07/04/2026

Had a wonderful day connecting with folks in Waldron the Freedom Fest Parade!

07/04/2026

See you at 12:30! Always bring more candy!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Help us decorate our float for the Waldron Parade on July 4th. Lineup is at 12:30pm on the Waldron High School campus and float decoration starts at that time. Bonus: Kids get a free snow cone 🍧 ticket. Come celebrate with us! 🇺🇸🎆

07/02/2026

📢Shelby County Has a Problem: Out-of-town politicians want to take away our right to care for our own neighbors!

A central tradition in Shelby County is the moral responsibility we have to look out for one another. But right now, distant bureaucrats are trying to dismantle a rule that protects our neighbors. A dangerous federal opinion threatens to strip away a basic civil right for people with disabilities: the right to live and receive services right here in the community rather than being forced into isolated institutions.

This is a direct attack on Local Control. When outside forces try to dictate who belongs in our neighborhoods, we lose the ability to keep our community whole. Our opponents are actively seeking to take away the hard-won rights of people with disabilities, giving a green light to defund local support systems. We believe that a true culture of caring means ensuring every single person can stay with the families and neighbors who love them.

The Shelby County Dems Have a Plan:

Keep Families Together: We will fiercely defend local, community-based care. Neighbors with disabilities belong right here in Shelby County, not tucked away in a distant facility.

Seamless Healthcare and Support: We will advocate to ensure that independent living supports and healthcare reach every corner of the county, ensuring individuals have the freedom and dignity they deserve.

Standing for Dignity: Leadership means protecting the vulnerable. We will prioritize local community control, respect, and kindness over bureaucratic overreach.

A neighbor shouldn't be forced out of their community just to get the care they need. Let’s protect our own.

Read the full story from The Arc here:

DOJ’s Olmstead opinion could weaken enforcement of disability rights under the ADA, Section 504, and the integration mandate. Here’s what it means.

06/30/2026

Reminder! We will be meeting this evening, Tuesday June 30th at 6pm. Shelbyville Public Library East Wing Annex, Room C. We will be finalizing vacancy appointments and reviewing our recent events while making plans for the upcoming months.

Bring a canned food item for a local pantry and a friend!