Governor Fun Facts
Governor Daniels:
Birthday: April 7, 1949
Birthplace: Monongahela, Pennsylvania
Parents' Names: Mitch and Dorothy Daniels
Hometown: Indianapolis
Siblings: Deborah
Elementary School: I attended elementary schools in Georgia, and Tennessee before my parents moved to our state. I went to Delaware Trails in Indianapolis
Favorite Teacher: Miss. Nina Heckle (9th Grade English) - "She was tough as nails."
Favorite Ice Cream: Butter Pecan
Favorite Childhood Food: Grits
Favorite Childhood Past time: Baseball
Favorite Subject in School: Physics
Favorite Color: Blue
Childhood Hero: Duke Snider
Elected offices held: This is my first elected office.
Did you have any pets when you were younger? A dog named Duke
Why did you run for Governor?
You, Indiana's young people, are the reason I ran for Governor. I heard from countless young Hoosiers that they wanted to grow up and live in Indiana, but they were afraid they wouldn't be able to find a good job in our state. We hope to change that so when it comes time for you to start your family, you will continue to call Indiana your home.
What is your favorite part about being Governor?
I very much enjoy traveling Indiana and meeting people. I spend a great deal of time trying to make Indiana a better place to live, work, and raise a family.
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