IDP Statement on Mayorkas Impeachment
IDP Statement on Mayorkas Impeachment Iowa Democratic Party Statement on last night’s vote. “Mariannette Miller Meeks, Zach Nunn, and our entire congressional delegation showed us exactly what their priorities are last night. Instead of working across the aisle to do anything concrete towards addressing the border crisis, like the Senate negotiators did, they all followed […]
Iowa Democratic Party Notice of Senior/Retiree’s Constituency Caucus Election
Iowa Democratic Party Notice of Senior/Retiree’s Constituency Caucus Election Pursuant to Article 6, Section 3, Sub-section D of the Constitution of the Iowa Democratic Party, the Senior/Retiree’s Caucus of the Iowa Democratic Party will hold elections February 19, 2024 at 5 p.m. for the purposes of electing new officers. The positions up for election are […]
Iowa Republicans are Focused on Dividing Iowa
Iowa Republicans are Focused on Dividing Iowa ICYMI: Local elections in Iowa could become partisan under proposed bill Iowa Republicans have shown that they’re not just happy to put politics over people — they’re openly embracing it. Even though the country is more divided than ever, Republicans have brought forward legislation that would make local […]
House Democrats Introduce Bill to Lower Costs for Iowa Students
House Democrats Introduce Bill to Lower Costs for Iowa Students Iowa Democrats are laser-focused on saving Iowans money, and that includes college students and their families. That’s why Iowa House Democrats introduced legislation today to lower costs for Iowa students seeking higher education which would save Iowa students $2,500 in tuition and fees. At a […]
ICYMI: Rural Iowa’s Republican-backed Mental Health Crisis
ICYMI: Rural Iowa’s Republican-backed Mental Health Crisis Governor Reynolds’ and her Republican cohort’s proposed changes to area education agencies and behavioral health services would further increase the burden that our schools already face concerning mental health services. These changes risk dismantling critical support systems that our communities depend on, such as crisis response teams that […]
Will Iowa Republicans follow Gov. Reynolds’ lead and put Partisan Politics before a Bipartisan Immigration Deal?
Will Iowa Republicans follow Gov. Reynolds’ lead and put Partisan Politics before a Bipartisan Immigration Deal? As lawmakers in Washington, D.C. are finally ready to vote on a much-needed and long-awaited bipartisan immigration bill, Iowa’s Republicans have stayed silent on whether they’ll be voting for a deal that will help secure our southern border. Back […]
Iowa Democrats Unveil Cost-Saving Solutions for Iowans as Republicans Continue to Spar Over Unpopular Policies
Iowa Democrats Unveil Cost-Saving Solutions for Iowans as Republicans Continue to Spar Over Unpopular Policies Republicans continue to argue over cutting critical AEA funding and access to family planning resources while Democrats introduce a slew of cost-saving measures While Republicans continue to waste this legislative session stoking division and attempting to force through unpopular legislation […]
Iowa Democrats Celebrate the Start of Black History Month
Iowa Democrats Celebrate the Start of Black History Month The Iowa Democratic Party proudly joins the nation in commemorating the commencement of Black History Month, a time to honor the rich contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history. As we reflect on the past, we also acknowledge the ongoing journey toward equality and justice […]
Grassley Says Bipartisan Tax Bill Makes President Biden ‘Look Good’
Grassley Says Bipartisan Tax Bill Makes President Biden ‘Look Good’ “I think passing a tax bill that makes the president look good, mailing out checks before the election means he could be reelected…” Chuck Grassley said The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan tax bill this evening, in a move that Iowa Republican Senator Chuck […]
Iowa Democratic Party Notice of Women’s Constituency Caucus Election
Iowa Democratic Party Notice of Women’s Constituency Caucus Election Pursuant to Article 6, Section 3, Sub-section D of the Constitution of the Iowa Democratic Party, the Women’s Caucus of the Iowa Democratic Party will hold elections February 15, 2024 at 8 p.m. for the purposes of electing new officers. The positions up for election are […]