Welcome back to IBJ’s new video feature, “Leading Questions: Wisdom from the Corner Office.” Every
week, we sit down with one of central Indiana’s most respected bosses and talk shop about the characteristics of an
effective head honcho.
Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman grew up near Bedford in Lawrence County and somehow managed in high school to inhabit the dual worlds
of homecoming queen and late-night drag racer, competing with the local boys in her red Corvette on state highways. That flexibility
and competitive streak came in handy as her interest in public service and politics led to the boys-club world of the Indiana
Senate. In the video below, Skillman expands on her current role as the governor's chief consensus builder, and when strong-arm
tactics should give way to gentle persuasion.
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She is the CHAIRPERSON. Guess she only wants to take credit for the good and point fingers on the bad. She must be a joy to work with.
Billions for High Speed Rail Plan - Rejected
Half a Billion for Race to The Top Education Grants - Dropped Out
Billions in High Speed Internet, Smart Grid,Telemedicine Grants - Won a million dollar grant to study the problem
Not a record of results for someone who wants to be the next governor
Billions for High Speed Rail Plan - Rejected
Half a Billion for Race to The Top Education Grants - Dropped Out
Billions in High Speed Internet, Smart Grid,Telemedicine Grants - Won a million dollar grant to study the problem
Not a record of results for someone who wants to be the next governor
Since I grew up in Lawrence County, Becky signed my very first voter registration card when she was Recorder.