The mass-vaccination site at IMS is the first of four scheduled in Indiana in what the governor said a major boost to battle the coronavirus pandemic. U.S. Rep. Andre Carson, a Democrat from Indianapolis, was among people who got their shots. “This vaccination is safe and effective, and I want to encourage every Hoosier to take it when it’s available to you.” State Rep. Robin Shackleford, a Democrat from Indianapolis who is chair of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus, said, “I know there (are) concerns about how quickly the vaccine came about, our history when it comes to getting vaccinations, and feeling like guinea pigs. But, I want you to ensure sure that we feel this vaccine is safe. We wouldn’t be out here unless we thought it was safe.”