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I would appreciate your vote
It is my honor to serve you as a member of your Indiana Supreme Court. I take my oath with great obligation and commitment to the people of Indiana. Every day, I do the best that I can for our state. I am overwhelmed and humbled by the votes of confidence and support I have...
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The role of the judiciary
The framers of the Constitution were so clear in the Federalist Papers and elsewhere that they felt an independent judiciary was critical to the success of the nation. – Sandra Day O’Connor. Ret. Justice, United States Supreme Court When a judge takes the...
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About the rule of law
A judge can’t have any preferred outcome in any particular case. The judge’s only obligation – and it’s a solemn obligation – is to the rule of law. – Justice Samuel Alito, United States Supreme Court The lynchpin of democracy is...
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"Remember: Work hard. Do good. Be proud. Have fun! And the rule of law always."
What I try to tell myself every day. Adding this line to the bottom of all my e-mails helps a lot.
Helping Indiana Youth
I am passionate about juvenile justice, where I have seen the law help change the trajectory of entire lives for the best. I help lead an initiative aimed at reducing the number of kids in juvenile detention, and I welcome hearing from people with ideas about how our communities could collaborate to make that happen.
Serving Indiana Communities
My Indiana roots run deep, and I enjoy spending time in our communities. Occasionally, I write about the places where I’m invited and the organizations and people who make our state great.
Defending those who have served
After 28 years in the military, including four years of active duty and tours in Iraq and at Guantanamo Bay, I retired honorably from the U.S. Army. Now, I think a lot about how to help members of the military and their families.