Braun, Beckwith skip the politics in refreshing speeches to students

Braun, Beckwith skip the politics in refreshing speeches to students

Gov. Mike Braun addresses FFA members in West Lafayette on June 19, 2025. In a departure from the norm, speeches to students weren't packed with political lingo. (Niki Kelly/Indiana Capital Chronicle)Most of the speeches I see elected officials give are full of policy jargon, exaggerated claims or partisan political messages. So, it was a delight recently to hear Gov. Mike Braun and Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith speak to high school FFA students from …