Politics & Government
State Sen. Kyle Walker Snags Victory Following Democrat Challenge
The GOP incumbent defeated Fishers City Council Member Jocelyn Vare.
BY: WHITNEY DOWNARD, Indiana Capital Chronicle
November 8, 2022
A highly anticipated race that pitted incumbent Sen. Kyle Walker, a Republican, against Fishers City Council Member Jocelyn Vare, a Democrat, came to a 55-45 win in favor of Walker.
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Democrats had targeted the seat as a pick-up opportunity but fell short of the votes needed, with Vare getting 16,128 votes to Walker’s 19,848, according to the IndyStar election results tracker.
Walker, in a statement proclaiming his victory, promised to be “laser focused on issues that matter,” including the economy and public safety.
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“I’m grateful to everyone who helped us deliver our message to earn the support of voters across the district,” he said.
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