If you've followed this campaign, you know what I believe: decisions about our communities should be made with the people who live in them. On Wednesday, July 22, you'll have a chance to put that into practice.

The Dubois County Democratic Party is hosting "Your Community, Your Say" — the first in a series of Big Tent town halls — from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at the St. Anthony Community Center. A moderated panel of farmers, landowners, business owners, and experts, with intentionally varied political perspectives, will dig into the issues our county is wrestling with right now: property rights, water and land rights, solar development, battery energy storage, data centers, property taxes, zoning, and local growth.

This isn't a rally and it isn't a lecture. It's a two-way conversation — bring your questions and your firsthand experience. Republicans, Independents, Democrats, and folks who don't do politics at all: everyone is welcome under the big tent.

The question on the table is the same one that started this campaign: is your government working with you, or against you? Come help answer it.

Admission is free, with a $5 suggested donation for food and venue. Questions? Call 812-296-7096 or email [email protected]. I hope to see you there.