Advisors
Vote Smart cultivates a network of advisors who inform and substantiate the organization's work. Our advisors are leading experts in political research and journalism, and are from all across the political spectrum. Together, they review every key vote
selection, every bill summary, and every question presented to candidates through the Political Courage Test to ensure absolute nonpartisanship, relevance, clarity, and accuracy.
Indiana
Mr. Dave Bangert
Editorial Page Editor - Journal and Courier
Dr. William Bianco
Professor - Indiana University
Dr. Andrew Downs
Director, Mike Downs Center for Indiana Politics - Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne
Dr. Margie Hershey
Professor - University of Indiana at Bloomington
Dr. Chad Tew
Associate Professor - University of Southern Indiana