The 1998 United States Senate election in Indiana was held November 3, 1998. Incumbent Republican U.S. Senator Dan Coats decided to retire instead of seeking a second full term. Democratic nominee, former Governor Evan Bayh won the open seat his father once held. Candidates Democratic Evan Bayh, former Governor Republican Paul Helmke, Mayor of Fort Wayne Results Overall By county Bayh won 88 of Indiana's counties compared to 4 for Helmke. See also 1998 United States Senate elections References 1998 Indiana United States Senate Evan Bayh