Tom, What Are You Doing Here?

Republican leaders wanted him gone.

The Democrats had a “target on his back.”

But Tom Saunders focused on the needs of his constituents and stood for what was proper, not always what was politically prudent. His constituents responded by electing him to serve 26 years.

Saunders’ dedication to public service led him to wear many hats:

Grocery Store Clerk
Courthouse Janitor
Software Salesman
Log Cabin Restorer
Antiques dealer
County GOP Chair
Political Sign Salesman
Home Renovator
Henry County Assessor
Cemetery Sexton
Roving Elephant Herder
State Representative
NEW! Lewisville Town Board Member, starting 2024.

His curiosity with current history, as it was unfolding, led to remarkable trips to the White House, tours of presidential homes and libraries, and encounters with those who witnessed key events in 20th and 21st century American History.

"Tom Saunders is as straightforward as anyone you have ever met. I’m not just talking about politicians, either. I mean anyone.”

Jim Shella, Former WISH reporter, in Journalism Hall of Fame

“I tried for three elections cycles to beat Tom Saunders. Threw everything at him. Had I read this book and knew then what I know now: well, I might have even voted for him. A must read for any student of Indiana History, The Indiana General Assembly or any small-town child who has big dreams.”

John Gregg, Former Speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives