
Theresa Steele
Republican | Indiana
Candidate Profile
Conservative
BIOGRAPHY
Name
Theresa Steele
Party
Republican
Election Year
2026
Election
Republican Primary
Race
State Representative, District 51
Incumbent
No
EDUCATION
Indiana University, Fort Wayne, AS, 1998-2008
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, BS, 2011-2012
WORK & MILITARY
Candidate did not provide
AFFILIATIONS
Coalition for a Better Indiana, Board member, 2026-2026
Republican Party, voter, 1996-2026
Grace Christian Church, volunteer/attendee, 1998-2006
Pathway Community Church, volunteer/attendee, 2006-2020
Angola Seventh Day Adventist, attendee, 2025-2026
Love Steuben (community-wide prayer group), founder, 2023-2026
Vote Steuben (community education and engagement), founder, 2024-2026
Greater Fort Wayne (GFW), investor/member, 2018-2025
Steuben Republican Women, founding member, 2021-2026
POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
Steuben County Precinct Committeeman, 2022-2024
Allen County State Convention Delegate, 2020-2020
Huntertown Town Council - RDC (Redevelopment Commission) Member, 2019-2021
POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
State Representative, District 51, 2026-2026
ENDORSEMENTS
REPORTED BY CANDIDATE (1)
Cathie Humbarger
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Human life begins at conception and deserves legal protection at every stage until natural death.
Strongly Agree
I believe every human life has inherent value and deserves protection.
Abortion providers, including Planned Parenthood, should not receive taxpayer funds or grants from federal, state, or local governments.
Strongly Agree
Public funds should not support organizations that perform or promote abortion.
I support the Born Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, which requires health care providers to provide life-saving treatment for infants who survive an attempted abortion.
Strongly Agree
Infants born alive should receive the same medical care as any other newborn.
Under what circumstances should abortion be allowed?
Only to save the life of the mother.
RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Governments should define marriage as between one man and one woman; no other definition of marriage should be legalized or supported with taxpayer or public funds.
Agree
Religious liberty is at risk in the United States and deserves the highest level of protection in the law.
Strongly Agree
I promise to protect the freedom of Christians to share the Gospel and to practice Biblical principles.
Yes
What does "separation of church and state" mean to you?
It means government cannot control religious belief or practice, and faith communities remain free from government interference.
NATIONAL SECURITY
The best way to maintain peace is through a strong military.
Agree
A strong defense deters threats and protects national interests.
HEALTHCARE
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has health insurance.
Strongly Disagree
I support access, affordability, transparency — not mandates.
How would you promote healthcare coverage that is adequate, affordable and accessible for all?
Increase price transparency, expand competition, reduce regulatory barriers, and protect medical freedom.
ECONOMY
It is the government’s responsibility to ensure everyone has a livable income.
Strongly Disagree
Government should support opportunity, not guarantee income.
Free enterprise and the right to private property are essential elements of a productive economic system.
Strongly Agree
Economic freedom encourages innovation, growth, and stability.
Taxpayer-funded public education should be guaranteed through college.
Strongly Disagree
Higher education should remain a personal choice, not a taxpayer obligation.
What government spending would you reduce in order to balance the budget?
I support reducing waste, ending corporate subsidies, auditing agencies, and tying spending growth to inflation.
IMMIGRATION
I am in favor of construction of a wall and other necessary infrastructure on our border that gives complete control over entering and exiting the United States.
Strongly Agree
State and federal funds should be denied to any public or private entity, including but not limited to sanctuary cities, that are not in compliance with immigration laws.
Strongly Agree
Who should be allowed to immigrate to the U.S. and under what circumstances?
Those who follow legal processes, pass background checks, and respect U.S. laws.
2ND AMENDMENT
Should teachers be allowed to carry guns at school?
Yes
Yes — if they are trained, vetted, and choose to do so.
What restrictions on gun ownership are needed to protect public safety?
Background checks, responsible training, and restrictions for violent offenders — while protecting due process and constitutional rights.
OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
I support the legalization of recreational marijuana.
Strongly Disagree
In priority order, what three areas of legislation do you propose to author or sponsor if elected?
1. Protecting medical freedom and informed consent. I will support legislation that strengthens privacy, protects bodily autonomy, and ensures Hoosiers can make medical decisions without coercion or discrimination. 2. Increasing transparency and accountability in state spending and utilities. I will work to improve transparency in state budgets and explore reforms that hold utility providers accountable, ensuring fair and predictable costs for families and small businesses. 3. Supporting families and protecting vulnerable Hoosiers. I will support efforts to protect children from online exploitation, strengthen community safety, and explore property tax reforms that help seniors and long-time homeowners stay in their homes.
JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
I support the use of Sharia law as a basis for legislation and judicial decisions in the United States.
Strongly Disagree
ABOUT YOU
When you consider your views on a wide range of issues from economic and social matters to foreign policy and immigration, which of the following best describes you overall?
Conservative
Please provide publicly available information validating your answer to the previous question.
My public statements, surveys, and community work consistently reflect conservative principles.
What education or experience qualifies you to hold the office for which you seek election?
I have experience in community engagement, small-business operations, and public advocacy. I apply a transparent, data-driven approach to problem-solving.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or been penalized for sexual misconduct? If so, please explain.
No
Is there anything else you would like voters to know about you?
I am committed to transparency, accountability, and servant leadership. My focus is on protecting families, strengthening communities, and ensuring government works for the people.
VALUES
Judeo-Christian values established a framework of morality that is necessary for our system of limited government.
Agree
I support adding sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression as protected classes in non-discrimination laws.
Disagree
I support equal treatment, while protecting religious liberty and free speech.
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
My faith guides me toward integrity, compassion, and service. I believe in treating every person with dignity and protecting the vulnerable.
ELECTIONS AND VOTING
People should be able to vote without photo identification.
Strongly Disagree
The Electoral College should be abolished.
Strongly Disagree
EQUALITY
Is racism a threat to domestic security in the United States? Why or why not?
Racism is harmful and unacceptable, but domestic security threats arise primarily from lawlessness and extremism. Solutions should focus on equal justice and strong communities.
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