Your Local Candidates
La Porte County Democrats are striving for livable wages, affordable health care, stronger schools, safer communities, and fairer elections. We fight for elected officials that will fight for you.
The LaPorte County Democrats believe in a brighter future—one where opportunity knows no bounds, the middle class thrives, and unity triumphs over division. We stand for the fundamental truth that all people are created equal. We honor the dignity of work, the power of unions to uplift families, and the richness that diversity brings to our communities. We value people and planet over profit, and we affirm that women’s rights are human rights—non negotiable and essential to justice. In times of doubt, we choose truth over falsehood, hope over fear, and progress over stagnation. Together, we are building a county where everyone has a fair shot and every voice is heard.
Primary Candidates
Vivian Ott
Precinct Committeeman MC01
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Tyler Brownlee
County Council District 4
Tyler Brownlee is a lifelong LaPorte resident, a union electrician, and a community volunteer, running for County Council for the first time. Tyler believes in honest leadership, responsible budgeting, and putting working families first. His experience comes from real work, community service, and leading teams—not politics.
Sue Webster
Michigan Township Board
Susan H. Webster is seeking re-election as a Democratic candidate to the Michigan Township Board. She was first elected in 2014 and has been serving as the Board Secretary since January of 2015. Ms. Webster is also the secretary of the Board’s Finance Committee. There are currently 21 townships in LaPorte County and Michigan Township is the largest one.The three board members are the fiscal oversight committee for the Michigan Township Trustee. Ms. Webster stated that it is the board’s duty to make sure the trustee and staff handle the township funds in accordance with state laws. There are two budgets, the General Fund and the Township Assistance Fund. She is not afraid to ask the hard questions. Ms. Webster has served on many not-for-profit boards over the years and volunteered for many of their programs. She is currently a member of the LaPorte County Pioneer Cemetery Commission and serves as the Department Head. She serves on the LaPorte County Bridge Naming Committee, is a Board Member for LaPorte County Meals on Wheels and serves as the Board Secretary. She is also a member of the League of Women Voters. She has been the steward for the Free Little Library at Gardena Playground for almost eight years. Ms. Webster hopes to be re-elected to the Michigan Township Board to continue her years of experience and knowledge overseeing the budget of the Township Trustee.
sBorn and raised in LaPorte County, I’ve been rooted in public service and politics from the very Now, my mission is clear: turn LaPorte CountyVisit me
k to purple—and beyond. I’m here to help
elect Democrats who actually show up for working families, for justice, aprogress. All oars
in the water. Let’s get to work
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