Connect With Us

Inside INdiana Business
Subscribe Now Log In
  • Home
  • News
    • Education
    • Health
    • Tech
    • STEM
    • Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics
    • Life Sciences
    • Ag INnovation
    • INPower
  • Videos
  • Big Wigs
    • Submit Big Wigs
  • Events
    • Engage Southwest Indiana – Evansville
    • Engage Northwest Indiana – Valparaiso
    • Engage Greater Lafayette – West Lafayette
    • Engage West Central Indiana – Terre Haute
    • Engage South Bend – Elkhart
    • Engage Northeast Indiana – Fort Wayne
    • Engage Central Indiana – Indianapolis
  • Newsletters
  • Podcasts
  • On-Air
    • TV & Radio Listings
  • Contact
    • About IIB
    • Meet the Team
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise
    • Gift Cards
    • Flagship Stations
    • Gerry’s Message
    • Speaking Engagement Request

Connect With Us

Owens Ends Gubernatorial Bid

Wednesday, February 5, 2020 07:03 PM EDT Updated: Thursday, February 6, 2020 08:47 AM EDT
By Alex Brown
Owens Ends Gubernatorial Bid

The field for the Democratic nomination for governor of Indiana is now down to one. Josh Owens, chief executive officer of Indianapolis-based tech company SupplyKick, has announced he is suspending his campaign and supporting Democratic candidate Dr. Woody Myers.

Owens first announced his plans to run for the nomination in September. In a statement issued Wednesday, Owens said he is encouraged about Myers bringing an outsider’s perspective to Indiana’s politics, like he had planned to do.

“Our state needs a champion for public school teachers and students in every community,” Owens said. “Our state needs a leader who will act on universal background checks and climate change innovation. And our state needs an executive who will protect all Hoosiers, and one who represents the diversity of our great state and will bring new inclusive voices to the table.”

Had Owens secured the nomination, he would have been the third-youngest candidate for governor at age 34, as well as the first openly gay candidate.

Myers issued the following statement regarding Owens’ announcement;

“Over the past several months, like thousands of Hoosiers, I have been impressed by Josh Owens and his campaign for Governor. His vision and passion for Indiana has been seen around this great state. I’m humbled and honored by his decision to withdraw from the race so that we can all focus on bringing new leadership to the Governor’s office to create solutions to benefit every Hoosier this November. I look forward to working with him to bring access to affordable health care, high-quality education and good-paying jobs to Hoosiers throughout Indiana.”

You can read Owens’ full statement below:

I got into this race because I believe Indiana needs a bigger, bolder, more inclusive vision for every Hoosier, one not rooted in our last 200 years, but in our next 200. Over the past several months, we’ve earned the support and trust of thousands of Hoosiers who agree.

During this primary, I’ve had many discussions with Dr. Woody Myers about the future of Indiana and the desperate need for new leadership in the Governor’s office. While we have some differences, I’m encouraged that like me, he’s not a career politician. Dr. Myers brings an outsider’s perspective to our politics, which is urgently needed.

One of the things Dr. Myers and I have agreed on is the need to avoid a divisive Democratic Primary. As of today, I will be suspending my campaign and supporting Dr. Myers as he becomes the presumptive Democratic nominee for governor.

Our state needs a champion for public school teachers and students in every community. Our state needs a leader who will act on universal background checks and climate change innovation. And our state needs an executive who will protect all Hoosiers, and one who represents the diversity of our great state and will bring new inclusive voices to the table.

Dr. Myers has the experience, the background, and the vision for success that Indiana deserves. I am proud to be supporting him as he takes our fight into the November election.

Story Continues Below

Most Popular Stories

  • Gibson partnership gives boost to ‘Guitar Lab’

  • Strikes against automakers spread to 38 locations in 20 states

  • Purdue, Trimble collab on construction management lab

  • Terre Haute remote worker attraction efforts prove valuable

  • Indiana state park among best for fall foliage

  • State directs $100M to park lodge project as nearby communities prepare for boost

Perspectives

Decoding the need for an HR professional: When and what level to hire

Decoding the need for an HR professional: When and what level to hire

In today's fast-paced business landscape, the importance of human resources and its role in leading, hiring, coaching, engaging, and retaining employees cannot be overstated. HR professionals are the driving force behind an organization's success. However, determining when to hire an HR person and at what level can be a daunting task for businesses....

Inside INdiana Business

Inside INdiana Business
A division of IBJ Media

1 Monument Circle, Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204

PHONE: (317) 634-6200

FAX: (317) 263-5060

NEWSLETTER@IIBNEWS.COM

  • Home
  • News
  • Videos
  • Gerry Dick
  • Newsletters
  • On-Air
  • Contact

Copyright © 2023 All Rights Reserved Privacy Policy | Terms of Service