Ballot preview: U.S. Congress, 6th district

In addition to various county offices on the May 5 primary ballot, candidates are seeking to represent the sixth congressional district, which includes Wayne County, in the U.S. House of Representatives. Republicans Jefferson Shreve, Indianapolis A businessman, the incumbent says he seeks to encourage economic development, cut federal spending, broaden border security and protect conservative Hoosier values. Visit teamshreve.com for more. Sarah Brown, Greenwood An education specialist and mother of 15, Brown says her America-first agenda advocates for parents’ rights free from government oversight, protects constitutional liberties, supports small business and reprioritizes faith in communities. For more on Brown, visit votesarahbrown.com . Democrats William Kory Amyx, McCordsville Working in higher education for 20 years, Amyx says he seeks to protect personal freedom and healthcare autonomy; place local workers above special interests; defend equal protection and civil rights for all; and deliver responsible, real-world results. Visit amyxforcongress.com for more. Nick Baker, Indianapolis Baker, an attorney, says he fights corporate and billionaire interests to ensure adequate resources for Hoosier families. He aims to balance the budget, introduce healthcare reform, support service members and veterans, and defend the Constitution’s protections for all citizens. Find more at electnickbaker.com . David Boyd, Indianapolis With years as a federal employee, Boyd says he seeks bipartisan solutions for immigration reform, women’s health care rights, a federal minimum wage increase, and policy to protect Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid funding. For more on Boyd, visit davidlboyd.com . Cinde Wirth, Columbus An educator with bill-writing experience, Wirth says she advocates for public school expansion and greater teacher support; equitable wages and resources for families; investment in clean energy; and access to affordable, quality healthcare. Find more on Wirth at wirth4congress.com . Share this: A version of this article appeared in the April 22 2026 print edition of the Western Wayne News. Read More