About Paul McPherson
From farm kid to Purdue grad to manufacturing leader — fighting for Indiana's working families
Meet Paul
Born and raised in south central Ohio, Paul grew up on a 210 acre cattle/crop farm. He graduated from Edward Lee McClain high school, earned a Bachelor of Science in Technology and Industrial Arts Management from Berea College in Berea, Kentucky, and earned a Master of Science in Technology from Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. Over the past 15 years, he has worked as an application engineer in the manufacturing sector, an Instructor/Professor of Practice in higher education, and Director of a manufacturing makerspace with over 100 employees. He currently resides in Warren County where he maintains a small hobby farm with his wife and kids. He is a proud father of two teenagers and proud husband of an elementary school teacher.
Paul's Journey
Key milestones that shaped Paul's commitment to public service
Grew up on 210-acre farm
South central Ohio cattle/crop farm
Graduated Edward Lee McClain High School
South central Ohio
BS in Technology & Industrial Arts Management
Berea, Kentucky
MS in Technology
West Lafayette, Indiana
Application Engineer
Manufacturing sector
Instructor/Professor of Practice
Higher education
Director of Manufacturing Makerspace
Over 100 employees
Warren County Democratic Chair
Local party leadership
Family Life
Wife (elementary school teacher), two teenagers, hobby farm in Warren County
Running for Congress
Indiana's 4th District
My Values
The principles that guide Paul's work and his campaign
Hard Work
Growing up on a 210-acre farm and building a career in manufacturing taught Paul that nothing worth having comes easy. He believes in rolling up your sleeves and getting the job done.
Education
As a Purdue graduate and former professor, Paul knows that education is the key to opportunity. He's committed to making quality education accessible to everyone, whether it's university or skilled trades.
Community
As Warren County Democratic Chair, Paul has shown his dedication to local leadership and bringing people together. He believes in the power of community to solve problems.
Family
Paul is a proud father of two teenagers and husband to an elementary school teacher. His family keeps him grounded and reminds him daily what he's fighting for.
On the Campaign Trail
Paul meeting with voters and communities across Indiana's 4th District
Ready to learn where Paul stands on the issues?
From education to healthcare to manufacturing, see Paul's detailed positions on the issues that matter most to Indiana families.
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