Iowa Dems Call Out Hinson’s Violation of Federal Law & House Ethics
DES MOINES — Yesterday, Iowa Democrats filed a complaint with the U.S. House Ethics Committee against Rep. Ashley Hinson for violating federal law and misusing official government resources for lobbying efforts. In an effort to rally opposition against the petition to count all of the outstanding ballots in Iowa’s neighboring Second Congressional District, Rep. Hinson […]
Ethics Complaint Against Rep. Hinson For Misusing Taxpayer Resources
Hinson Using Official Government Resources To Conduct Grassroots Lobbying In Violation Of The Law DES MOINES — Today, the Iowa Democratic Party filed a complaint with the House Committee on Ethics against Ashley Hinson for violating federal law and misusing official government resources for lobbying efforts. As the House of Representatives considers a petition to […]
Iowa Dems Kick Off Biden-Harris Inauguration Week with Day of Service
Iowans to join nationwide COVID-19 memorial lighting on Tuesday DES MOINES — This week, the Iowa Democratic Party is celebrating the Biden-Harris inauguration in service and memorial to Iowans who have borne the brunt of the pandemic. Today, as we honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther Jr.’s legacy, the IDP is partnering with the Food Bank […]
IDP Honors the Life of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
DES MOINES — Iowa Democratic Party Vice Chair June Owens released the following statement as she reflected on Dr. King’s lifelong pursuit of justice: “Today, we remember that although we have come so far in our pursuit of a more equal and just nation, Dr. King’s example must inspire our continued progress. I’ve been reflecting […]
The Uncounted 22: Iowa College Students
22 Legally-cast, Uncounted Votes Will Put Hart Ahead by Nine Votes DES MOINES — Before Election Day, two eligible Iowa voters from Des Moines County and Wapello County respectively, Mei Ling Lietsch and Krystal Nicole Klawonn, returned their absentee ballots to a no-contact ballot delivery drop box affixed to the Linn County Auditor Office. Both […]
The Uncounted 22: Johnson Co Voter Charles Tucker
22 Legally-cast, Uncounted Votes Will Put Hart Ahead by Nine Votes DES MOINES — Charles Tucker, a voter in Johnson County, lives with a disability that requires him to receive assistance in completing some tasks. Such was the case in 2020 when Mr. Tucker voted from his home. Mr. Tucker’s wife helped him fill out […]
The Uncounted 22: Joshua Reyes-Torres
22 Legally-cast, Uncounted Votes Will Put Hart Ahead by Nine Votes Johnson County voter Joshua Reyes-Torres believed in the importance of participating in the 2020 election and he felt that the safest and most convenient way to make his voice heard during this pandemic was to cast his vote by absentee ballot. So Reyes-Torres took […]
IDP to Elect Officers at Jan. 23 Meeting
On Saturday, January 23, the Iowa Democratic Party State Central Committee will hold a virtual meeting to elect the Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party and other party officers. SCC members will nominate and elect leaders to the following positions: Chair 1st Vice Chair Secretary Treasurer Members of the press can RSVP to the meeting […]
The Uncounted 22: Johnson Co Ballot Shouldn’t Be Disqualified for Rain
When Johnson County absentee voter Steven Schaefer received his absentee ballot, the envelope was already sealed shut. Unsure of how to proceed but committed to making sure his vote would count, Mr. Schaefer carefully opened the envelope, placed his ballot inside, and securely sealed it. To ensure that his ballot would be counted, Mr. Schaefer […]
Miller-Meeks Says Capitol Riot Was About ‘Free Speech’
DES MOINES — Just a week after a violent mob incited by Donald Trump breached the U.S. Capitol, interrupting the congressional certification of the 2020 presidential election and killing multiple Americans — including a Capitol Police officer, Mariannette Miller-Meeks is defending the mob. As the Quad-City Times reported this afternoon, Miller-Meeks claimed that “you need […]