Amber Tomlinson, Reporter, Herald Journal, www.thehj.com

Jan. 31, 2008

State and local candidates are continuing to file their declarations for the primary election, although some will not be making an official statement at this time.
U.S. Reps. Steve Buyer (R-District 4) and Joe Donnelly (D-District 2) have both filed but officials for both candidates said they have not made an official statement at this time.

Other candidates who have filed for U.S. Rep. are Republican Tony Zirkle (District 2) on Jan. 29 and Democrat Nels Ackerson (District 4) on Jan. 23.
Ackerson, a lawyer and farmer, said courage, compassion, and competence are the foundation of his vision for Indiana and for America. He also said he sees a government that is working for the people.

“Faced with challenges and opportunities this nation has never seen before, we need new solutions. New solutions require new leadership,” Ackerson said on his Web site. “We need leadership that brings people together; leadership that puts principle ahead of the party line and people before politics. When I am elected that is exactly what I will do.”