Legislation Should Not Be Partisan with Blythe Potter

Jan 20, 2026 · 39 min

About this episode

In this episode of the Defense of Democracy podcast, host Addison K. Witt speaks with Blythe Potter, a US Army veteran and candidate for Indiana's Secretary of State. They discuss the importance of transparency in government, restoring trust in political institutions, and the role of civic education in empowering voters. Blythe emphasizes the need for better data privacy protections and the significance of community engagement in the political process. The conversation highlights the challenges of misinformation and the necessity for informed citizenry to strengthen democracy. Key Takeaways Blythe Potter emphasizes the need for transparency in government. Restoring trust in politics requires accountability from elected officials. Misinformation is rampant, particularly from partisan media. Civic education is crucial for informed voting and engagement. Data privacy is a significant issue that affects democracy. Community engagement is essential for political change. Voter trust can be rebuilt through education and transparency. The current political climate demands active participation from citizens. Legislation should prioritize human rights over partisan interests. Blythe Potter's campaign focuses on empowering Hoosiers to participate in democracy. For more information on Blythe Potter, please visit: https://www.blythepotter.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@blythepotterin https://www.instagram.com/blythepotterin https://bsky.app/profile/blythepotter.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/BlythePotterIN/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCENhKuFP3kYKl-dURX_3C6g https://www.threads.com/@blythepotterin https://www.linkedin.com/in/blythe-potter/ https://x.com/blythepotterIN?t=qLizYONGW2OFE9PAjADaPw&s=09 Support the Defense of Democracy Nonprofit organization! For more information visit: Defense of Democracy.org Become a DofD Support Partner Simply by Texting: "SUPPORT" to 845-208-9846 Follow, Like and Get Involved! Connect with DofD on all the social platforms: Facebook Twitter TikTok Instagram