Scott Houldieson
Democratic
SHAbout
Scott Houldieson is a 37-year Ford employee and UAW union leader from Highland, and the Democratic nominee for District 1. He has served as vice president of UAW Local 551 and co-founded the Unite All Workers for Democracy reform caucus; he is endorsed by the Indiana AFL-CIO.
Positions on the issues
A 37-year Ford employee and UAW leader endorsed by the Indiana AFL-CIO; his union career has centered on workers' rights and transparency (per his campaign site and Labor 2026 endorsements).
Has named affordability, public education funding, prevailing-wage laws, and mass transit expansion among the key issues facing District 1 (per a September 2026 Turn Left interview).
Has raised redistricting concerns as a key issue in the District 1 race (per a September 2026 Turn Left interview).
Experience
- UAW Local 551, vice president
- Ford Chicago Assembly Plant employee (37 years)