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Healthcare
4.00
Economics
4
Candidate Name
Andre Carson
District
Indiana US House District 7
Values
Grade
Values
Party
Democrat
Experience
Incumbent
Grade
Democracy
4.00
Accessibility
4
Governance
4
Cost
Choice
4
4
Freedom
Voting
4
4
Community
3.67
A
Overall Grade
Education
3.67
Affordability
Equity
Opportunity
4
4
4
Environment
Public Safety
Inclusion
3
4
4
Stability
Funding
Belonging
4
3
4
Notable Information
Candidate Name
Candidate for:
Indiana US House District 7
Democrat
Incumbent
Notable Information
MADVoters Survey Responses
Healthcare: The Big Beautiful Bill is projected to cut $31 billion from Indiana’s Medicaid funding, including almost $13 billion in hospital funding, over the next decade. What will you do if elected to ensure healthcare affordability and access given these changes? (Source: Indiana Hospital Association)
These cuts will devastate communities like mine in Indianapolis by slashing funding for healthcare, food assistance, and other essential services. That’s why I introduced an amendment to block the bill from taking effect if it resulted in any loss of healthcare coverage or access—because no one should lose care as a result of political decisions. The impact is real and immediate. Indianapolis faces one of the most severe food access crises in the country, with 71 percent of Marion County census tracts classified as low access. At the same time, these proposed cuts would strip nearly $13 billion from Indiana hospitals over the next decade and put an estimated 180,000 Hoosiers at risk of losing Medicaid coverage. These losses would deepen existing inequities—particularly for low-income families and communities of color—and further strain hospitals already dealing with workforce shortages and closures of critical services like labor and delivery. In a state that already has a higher-than-average maternal mortality rate, especially for Black women, these cuts won’t just impact budgets—they will cost lives.
Economics: AI and data centers are having a huge impact on jobs and communities across the nation, particularly in Indiana. What is Congress’s role in addressing this developing technology? What action will you take to hear and represent the concerns of Hoosiers on this topic?
Economics: Dozens of AI data centers are planning to come to Indiana, drawn by the state’s “business-friendly” reputation. How should Indiana manage these large industrial site proposals and their potential impact on communities? (Source: Citizens Action Coalition)
The role of government is vastly different from business. Our American government is designed to take care of people and provides critical safety nets. It is not designed to generate the highest profits possible for owners and investors by extracting workers' valuable outputs while failing to reinvest profits for the benefit of workers and their communities. While I support the goal of a more responsive and efficient federal government, I recognize that AI can supplement steps to improve efficiency. But AI should never replace the human interactions that provide compassionate, empathetic and quality services to our constituents. AI automation and augmentation of people-powered public services must be preceded by clear ethical and regulatory guardrails that prevent systemic and algorithmic bias, and ensure transparency of the technology deployed and the revenue generated by the use of AI. Deploying AI broadly before qualitative frameworks are in place risks harm to the very constituents government is meant to serve. A measured and quantifiably accountable approach is the responsible path forward, with real everyday Americans as the backbone and heartbeat of this meaningful work. AI should merely be a tool to help advance the priorities of the federal government, not a replacement. weighing legitimate concerns about job losses. I agree that this new age of innovation can bring great technological advancements. But this must be balanced with improvements for society and workers’ quality of life, not just exponential corporate profits that increase worker displacements and poverty — especially for working-class communities. Here in the Midwest, we watched the NAFTA ratification with high hopes for the promises of improvements for Midwestern workers; instead jobs went south and we became known as the Rust Belt. We’ve learned the hard way that workforce transition strategies must include commitments for increasing quantifiable job creation at every level, not just for top income earners, but also jobs for low- and middle-class families Worker productivity is at an all-time high, but too many workers aren’t earning living wages and they are struggling to survive.
Education: Describe your stance on the Department of Education and its role in education administration, funding, and protections for students with disabilities.
Education: Since 2012, Indiana has spent over $5.5 billion in taxpayer dollars on charter schools and the private school voucher program. If elected, would you support or oppose the use of taxpayer dollars to funding private schools and charter schools? Why or why not? (Source: ICPE)
Every child deserves a quality education, and I remain committed to fighting for policies that expand access, improve outcomes, and invest in our educators. Whether it’s funding for schools, increasing teacher pay, supporting mentorship programs, or making college more affordable, I will continue to advocate for the resources and opportunities that our students need to succeed. A high-quality education is the key to opportunity, and every child—regardless of their background—deserves the chance to succeed. While graduation rates have improved in Marion County and across the country, disparities in educational attainment persist. As your representative, I am committed to supporting policies that close these gaps by investing in early childhood education, ensuring equitable resources for K-12 schools, and expanding opportunities for students from underserved communities. We must hold our schools accountable while also providing them with the funding and support they need to help every child thrive. I will continue working to improve education policies, advocate for increased federal support for public schools, and fight for policies that provide every student with a safe, healthy, and enriching learning environment.
Democracy: In your opinion, what is the biggest challenge or threat facing our democracy right now? If elected, what will you do to help overcome this challenge or threat?
I’m a lifelong Indianapolis resident who has dedicated my career to fighting for working families and standing up to harmful policies that leave communities behind. As one of only a few Muslims in Congress, I’ve been a strong voice for civil rights, religious freedom, and equity—while also leading on issues like food access, healthcare, and opposing devastating budget cuts that threaten the most vulnerable. I’ve backed that commitment with action—leading efforts like the UNRWA Emergency Funding Restoration Act, supporting a ceasefire, and consistently advocating for policies that reflect compassion, justice, and accountability. MADVoters members are looking for leaders who will stand firm in their values and deliver real results, and that is exactly what I have done and will continue to do.
Community: Describe your stance on ICE and its role in immigration enforcement and detention.
Community: What role or responsibility do local and state governments have with regards to immigration enforcement?
Nationwide, 70 percent of ICE detainees do not have criminal convictions. Detaining individuals who are not a threat to society is not the best use of taxpayer dollars. ICE detainment endangers lives, separates families, and does not make our communities safer. A record number of ICE detainees died in 2025, and two individuals have died at Miami Correctional this year alone. This administration is dehumanizing immigrants, terrorizing communities, and denying due process. After two deaths and numerous reports of poor conditions, I’m demanding the closure of the ICE detention center at Miami Correctional. I will keep fighting to end ICE’s reign of terror – in their honor, and in honor of the more than 70,000 people and 6,200 children who have been detained by ICE since the start of Trump’s second term.
I have raised the following concerns that have led to my call to end ICE detention at Miami Correctional, based in part on my conversation with two detainees as well as additional reports from local legal providers and community organizations:
Inadequate medical care.
Maintenance of a functional and monitored intercom system to report health emergencies.
Religious dietary needs ignored.
Barriers to legal services, in addition to delayed mail.
Lack of adequate access to basic hygiene items and services.