Reynolds Signs Tax Giveaway for Special Interests, Campaign Donors
Today, Governor Kim Reynolds signed the Republican tax giveaway that benefits special interests and her wealthy campaign donors over the people of Iowa. “Reynolds’ special interest giveaway will go down as one of the most cynical, destructive political moves in our state’s history. It’s bad policy that will cripple our state’s ability to serve the people […]
Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Memorial Day
In honor of Memorial Day, Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement: “While we all look forward to spending time with friends and family today, I want to take a moment to remember the brave men and women we honor on Memorial Day. These Americans and their families give everything to keep […]
REYNOLDS IN REVIEW: Reynolds Education Crisis
Iowa Democrats mark one year anniversary of Reynolds swearing in with new video series. Today, Senator Joe Bolkcom of Iowa City is talking to Iowa voters about how Education has fared under the last year of Governor Reynolds’ leadership. This week marks one year since Governor Reynolds was sworn in to office, so the Iowa Democratic […]
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price’s Statement on Recent Allegations of Sexual Harassment
“The Iowa Democratic Party has always been and will always be a place where everyone is welcome and included in the process of making our state and country a better place. Standing up for those who have been marginalized, forgotten, or ignored is a core value of the Democratic Party, as such, we as a […]
REYNOLDS IN REVIEW: Reynolds Rural Crisis
Iowa Democrats mark one year anniversary of Reynolds swearing in with new video series. This week marks one year since Governor Reynolds was sworn in to office, so the Iowa Democratic Party is taking a critical look at how she has handled the most pressing issues in our state. Legislators from all over Iowa have […]
REYNOLDS IN REVIEW: The Reynolds Budget Crisis
Iowa Democrats mark one year anniversary of Reynolds swearing in with new video series. This week marks one year since Governor Reynolds was sworn in to office, so the Iowa Democratic Party is taking a critical look at how she has handled the most pressing issues in our state. Legislators from all over Iowa have […]
Iowa Democratic Party Announces 2018 Hall of Fame Celebration with Keynote Speaker Governor Jay Inslee
On Saturday, June 23rd, the Iowa Democratic Party will hold our annual Hall of Fame Celebration with keynote speaker Governor Jay Inslee of Washington. Under Governor Jay Inslee’s leadership, Washington state has been a beacon of progress for the nation, expanding access to voting rights, taking steps to reduce gun violence, providing paid sick and the best […]
ICYMI: New AP Report Exposes Reynolds Administration Revolving Door
A new report out today from the AP shows a problematic revolving door in the Administration of Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. Already facing a public outcry over her mishandling of sexual harassment within her Administration as well as her recent appointment of her father to a state government position, these latest revelations only heighten the public perception […]
Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Reynolds Signing the Most Extreme Abortion Ban in the Country
After Kim Reynolds signed the most extreme abortion ban in the country into law today, Iowa Democratic Party Vice Chair Andrea Phillips released the following statement: “With a stroke of her pen, Governor Kim Reynolds just gave Iowa the most restrictive law limiting women’s health across the United States. This new law will put lives […]
**ICYMI** Editorial Slams Reynolds for “Shear Arrogance” and “Ethical Failings”
The last two scandal-ridden weeks of the Reynolds Administration have raised serious questions about the governor’s credibility as the state’s chief executive. In a new editorial, the Quad-City Times sharply criticized Reynolds’ botched handling of the IFA investigation and the “shear arrogance” of secretly appointing her father to a state board. “The last two weeks have shown that […]