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20-Year-Old Ty Sweeney Joins Fight for Indiana’s Environment

1/7/2025

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Ty Sweeney, at just 20 years old, has made history as one of Indiana's youngest school board members in Salem. Fueled by his personal journey, he champions truth, transparency, and accountability. As he steps into this role, Indiana grapples with severe environmental issues, ranking last in natural health due to pollution, prompting advocacy groups to rally against detrimental projects.

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Ty Sweeney, at just 20 years old, has made history as one of Indiana's youngest school board members in Salem. Fueled by his personal journey, he champions truth, transparency, and accountability. As he steps into this role, Indiana grapples with severe environmental issues, ranking last in natural health due to pollution, prompting advocacy groups to rally against detrimental projects.