Lauren Cole

Lauren Cole earned a bachelor's degree from Earlham College in 2020. Cole's career experience includes working as a healthcare professional.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a healthcare professional and working Hoosier running for the Indiana House to make government work better for everyday families. In my career, I have seen how rising healthcare costs, underfunded schools, and economic pressures effect people in real and personal ways. I'm running to bring practical, compassionate leadership to the Statehouse and to focus on the issues that matter most to working families. I will fight tirelessly for strong public schools, affordable and accessible healthcare options, and a lower cost of living. I also believe the government should be transparent and accountable, turning the "black box" of government into a window so people can see and feel confident in how decisions are made. You should have a real voice in the process and I will fight to make that a reality.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Put working Hoosier families first. Too many families are working harder than ever, but still struggling to keep up with rising costs. I will fight for policies that lower everyday expenses, protect workers, and make it easier for families to build stable, secure lives in Indiana.Fully fund and strengthen public schools. Every child deserves access to a high-quality public education regardless of their zip code. I will work to ensure our public schools are properly funded, our teachers are supported, and families are not forced to choose between paying tuition or accepting and under-resourced school. The youth are our future and they deserve our investment.Make healthcare more affordable and accessible. As someone who works in healthcare, I understand how confusing and expensive the system can be. I will support policies that lower costs, expand access to care, and ensure Hoosiers can get the treatment they need without financial hardship. The current system is inaccessible and I believe that together, we can do better.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am especially passionate about public education, healthcare policy, and government transparency. I believe that strong public schools are the backbone of thriving communities, and that every child should have access to a well-funded, high-quality education.

My work in healthcare has also shown me how complicated and expensive the system can be, which is why I care deeply about policies that make care more affordable, understandable, and accessible.

I am also passionate about transparency and accountability in government. The government was created by the people and for the people. I want the people that I serve to feel confident that their voice truly matters in the process.