Todd Shelton

Todd Shelton served in the U.S. Army from 2004 to 2006. He earned a bachelor's and graduate degree from the Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis in 2008. His career experience includes working as a professor.[1][2]

State Senate

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Todd Shelton is a Democratic candidate for Indiana State Senate District 25. Todd Shelton is a senior lecturer at Indiana University, Indianapolis. He previously worked as a member of United Auto Workers (UAW) Locals 662 and 2209 and served as a committeeman and on the bargaining committee. Shelton is a disabled U.S. military veteran. He resides in Indiana and is a father.

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?

Shelton believes Indiana families deserve economic stability. His campaign focuses on addressing rising costs for groceries, housing, utilities, and everyday essentials so working families, retirees, and veterans can get ahead instead of falling behind.Shelton supports strong public schools and career training programs to ensure every child has access to quality education. He believes education is a public responsibility and critical to preparing the next generation for good-paying jobs.Shelton supports policies that increase access to affordable healthcare and childcare. He believes families should not have to choose between medical care, work, and caring for their children.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Shelton is particularly passionate about public education, workers’ rights, and healthcare policy. As a university lecturer, former union member, and disabled veteran, he is interested in policies that strengthen schools, protect working families, and expand access to affordable healthcare.

U.S. Congress

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Todd Shelton is a working-class Hoosier who has spent years on the factory floor and served as a UAW Union official. A U.S. Army Veteran, Todd served his country honorably and is now a disabled veteran. He is an entrepreneur and small business owner, operating since 2018. Currently, Todd is a Senior Lecturer at Indiana University Indianapolis, a position he has held for over a decade. He is involved in his community through technology education initiatives and youth sports.

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?

Shelton has a background in manufacturing and organized labor, including service as a UAW union official. His experience includes work on the factory floor and involvement in workforce development and vocational education.Shelton is a U.S. Army veteran and a disabled veteran. His experiences have shaped his perspective on healthcare access, veterans’ services, and support systems for seniors and working families.Shelton is a senior lecturer in higher education and a small business owner. He has been involved in community technology education initiatives and youth sports and has worked to support local economic development.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare, education, and the economy. Shelton has expressed particular interest in access to affordable healthcare, workforce and technical education, and economic policies that support working families and small businesses.