Sid Mahant for State Representative

09/13/2026

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A sign announcing the Shri Shiv Shakti Mandir in Whiteland has somehow sent portions of Indiana social media into a full-blown religious debate after Shiva was described simply as the Hindu “Destroyer.”

That description is where things went completely off the rails.

In Hindu tradition, Shiva is commonly associated with destruction, but “destruction” does not simply mean evil, violence or destroying people.

The concept is tied to transformation, dissolving what exists so renewal and creation can occur.

Commenters familiar with Hinduism quickly pushed back on the idea that Whiteland was somehow welcoming an evil “God of Destruction.”

Meanwhile, the temple sign itself literally advertises “Prayer, Peace & Positivity.”

The debate has now expanded into religious freedom, Christianity, immigration and whether some Hoosiers are reacting to a religion they simply don’t understand.

One commenter even suggested shipping “these pagans out with the illegals,” while others reminded people that the First Amendment protects the practice of Hinduism just as it protects Christianity.

And yes, before anybody asks: that is Beerus in our graphic. Beerus is the completely fictional “God of Destruction” from the Dragon Ball universe.

We added him because apparently “God of Destruction coming to Indiana” needed the appropriate level of absurdity.

Indiana, what do y’all think? Is this legitimate concern over a changing community, or did social media turn a Hindu temple sign into something it never was?

09/10/2026

So I have a legitimate question:

Where is the line, and does the same standard apply to everyone—from a local candidate buying someone an ice cream to the President of the United States proposing thousands of dollars?

08/28/2026

🚛 Here we go again… another politician “fixing” trucking.

Have you ever actually been behind the wheel of an 80,000-pound truck?

Federal rules already require commercial drivers to meet English-proficiency requirements. The real problem is ENFORCEMENT.

Yet politicians who have never been behind the wheel and have no clue what it takes to run a trucking business want to make policies for truckers based on research from ChatGPT and Google instead of real-world experience.

Worse, some would rather target immigrants and divide our communities because division gets votes.

I’m an immigrant AND a trucker. I built a trucking business from the ground up. I know this industry firsthand.

Stop using immigrants and truckers as political talking points. Enforce the rules equally, keep unsafe drivers off the road, and keep our highways safe.

Agree or disagree? Let’s hear from the drivers. 👇

08/06/2026

Two FedEx drivers tragically lost their lives this week after their tractor-trailer failed to negotiate a ramp and struck a rock wall in Louisville, Kentucky. These 2 drivers were American born and could speak English perfectly.

This tragedy is a reminder that common sense, skill, and experience have nothing to do with nationality.

Too many people rush to blame “foreign drivers” every time there’s a trucking accident. Tragedies don’t discriminate, and neither should we.

I want to see our leaders take a stand against discrimination and racism instead of staying silent when entire communities are unfairly blamed.

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Two men are dead after a FedEx semi crashed on a highway ramp early Thursday morning in Louisville, according to Louisville Metro Police.

07/21/2026

Enjoyed spending the day at the Rotary Club of Avon Annual Golf Scramble. Proud to support organizations that give back to our community.

07/17/2026

Double Standards or Equal Standards?

During my campaign, I received phone calls and text messages demanding that I remove my campaign signs because they were supposedly a safety hazard. I was told people were complaining, and I complied because I respect our community.

Now, for the past two days, a large piece of vehicle debris (front bumper) has been sitting in the median at one of the busiest intersections in Avon—Ronald Reagan Parkway and US 36.

This makes me wonder:

Where is the same urgency now?

Where are the calls about a real traffic hazard?

Where is the concern for public safety?

Phil Clay, Jodi Smith, and Avon Town Manager Ryan Cannon are community leaders who care deeply about Avon. I’d appreciate hearing their thoughts on why this apparent hazard has remained there for days while campaign signs received immediate attention.

This isn’t about politics or personal attacks. It’s about consistency. If public safety is truly the priority, then the same standard should apply to everyone—regardless of whether it’s a campaign sign or roadway debris.

Leadership means enforcing rules fairly, not selectively.

What do you think?

Hendricks County Republican Party

07/04/2026

06/24/2026

Thank you, Governor Braun, for listening to the needs of the people of Indiana and taking steps to help lower gas prices. Every dollar saved at the pump makes a difference for working families, commuters, and small businesses. Proud to say that Indiana continues to have some of the lowest gas prices in America. 🇺🇸⛽

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, godfathers, mentors, and father figures.

A father is not just someone who gives life, but someone who gives guidance, strength, wisdom, and love. Thank you to the men who have helped shape lives, opened doors, offered advice, and shown us the path when we couldn’t see it ourselves.

Today, we honor your sacrifices and celebrate the impact you have made on generations.

Happy Father’s Day. ❤️

06/18/2026

Let’s get together to support a noble cause. Makiah’s Last Breath Charity Ride event for Asthma awareness.