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In the first episode examining the state of human rights in Indiana, Colleen and Janice discuss the history and politics of LGBTQ+ rights over the past decade with state senator, J.D. Ford.Interview starts: 16:31 J.D. Ford - In 2018, the voters of Indiana Senate District 29 elected J.D. Ford to the Indiana Senate Since then, he was elected as Minority Caucus Chair and appointed to serve as ranking member on a number of important committees, including Education, Veterans Affairs and Family and Children Services.Senator Ford is the first, and so far only, openly LGBT+ member of the Indiana General Assembly. As one of the youngest members of the Indiana Senate, he is proud to represent Hoosier Millenials.Hosts: Colleen Brennan and Janice V. RodriguezCo-Producers: Colleen Brennan and Janice V. RodriguezTheme Music: Michael MiltenbergerSound Editing: Michael MiltenbergerStay in Touch with Defending [email protected] Indiana WebsiteDefending Indiana on FacebookDefending Indiana on InstagramDefending Indiana on Twitter