Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Donald Trump’s Re-election Announcement

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement in advance of Donald Trump’s official re-election announcement: “Iowans understand what’s at stake in this election and they’re ready for a change. Since Trump’s election, I’ve had the chance to hear from voters across the state about the issues that are most important to our […]

FACT CHECK: Senator Ernst’s History of Playing Political Games at Iowans’ Expense

Senator Ernst made a campaign promise to Iowans to “make ‘em squeal” in Washington, and that she wouldn’t become a typical politician. Instead, she’s used her power in the Senate to push a political agenda that attacks our health care system, added trillions of dollars to our national debt, and puts Iowans’ retirement security at […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Senator Ernst’s Re-Election Announcement

Iowa Democratic Party chair Troy Price released the following statement in advance of Senator Joni Ernst’s anticipated official re-election announcement: “While Senator Ernst spends the day re-affirming her support for Donald Trump’s extreme agenda, Democrats are holding more than 50 events across the state to show our communities that we’re committed to organizing in every […]

Iowa Democratic Party Celebrates Pride Month

As Capital City Pride weekend kicks off in Des Moines, Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price issued the following statement in honor of Pride Month: “Pride Month is not just a time to celebrate the LGBTQ community and the tremendous progress we’ve made, but also to renew our commitment to fight for full, lived equality. […]

Final Slate of Presidential Candidates Announced for Hall of Fame Celebration

Iowa Democratic Party to Honor Fred & Charlotte Hubbell at 2019 Hall of Fame  Celebration to Feature 17 Presidential candidates, other honorees DES MOINES – Today, the Iowa Democratic Party announced its final slate of presidential candidates who will be speaking at the 2019 Hall of Fame Celebration on Sunday, June 9, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Ashley Hinson Campaign Announcement

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement in response to Ashely Hinson’s announcement to run for Congress in IA-01: DES MOINES – “Ashley Hinson has demonstrated time and again that she will put her party over the people she represents. Whether it is workers’ rights, accessible health care, or funding for our schools, […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Reynolds Judicial Power Grab

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement after Governor Kim Reynolds signed legislation to insert political influence in Iowa’s judicial nominating process: DES MOINES – “By signing this legislation, Kim Reynolds showed us that she cares more about the future of her political agenda than working families. The overwhelming majority of Iowans don’t want to […]

David Young Can’t Run From His Record of Voting to Take Away Coverage for Pre-Existing Conditions

David Young is sticking to his playbook of lying to Iowans about his voting record in a recent interview. As a Congressman, Young had plenty of opportunities to protect coverage for pre-existing conditions. Instead, he used his position to win favor with corporations and play political games that threatened American’s livelihoods. Iowans rejected Young’s corporate agenda last […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on David Young Campaign Announcement

Iowa Democratic Party Chairman Troy Price released the following statement in response to David Young’s announcement to run for Congress in IA-03: “Iowa voters already rejected Congressman Young once and  they will do it again. Health care remains the number one issue to voters, and David Young has shown time and again he wants to […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Passage of GOP-Led Budget

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement after the GOP-Led legislature passed a final budget: “What Republicans did in the final hours of the legislative session can only be described as shameful. Budgets are meant to be a blueprint of the state’s priorities, and today Republicans chose to use that opportunity to perpetuate […]