IDP Statement on Passage of the American Rescue Plan
DES MOINES – Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rep. Ross Wilburn released the following statement on the historic passage of the American Rescue Plan, which gives Iowa families and small businesses the support they need to recover and rebuild from the pandemic: “With today’s passage of the American Rescue Plan, Democrats are once again delivering on […]
Reynolds signs partisan voter suppression bill
Fast-tracked legislation will make it more difficult for Iowa seniors and those with disabilities to participate in elections DES MOINES – Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rep. Ross Wilburn released the following statement after Kim Reynolds signed S.F. 413, a fast-tracked bill that immediately makes it more difficult for Iowans to participate in the democratic process: […]
Reynolds “not aware” of Iowa’s abysmal vaccination progress
DES MOINES – Asked about Iowa’s position as one of only three states that have failed to fully vaccinate more than five percent of the population, Kim Reynolds yesterday admitted she was unaware of Iowa’s abysmal vaccination progress. According to Iowa Capital Dispatch, Reynolds told reporters, “I haven’t looked at that … I’m not aware […]
Iowa Democratic Party Elects Rep. Ross Wilburn As New Chair
Rep. Wilburn will be the first Black Chair of the Party DES MOINES — Today, during a virtual meeting, the Iowa Democratic Party State Central Committee (SCC) elected Rep. Ross Wilburn (HD-46) as the new IDP Chair by a majority vote. Chair Wilburn is from Davenport and currently represents Ames in the state legislature. In […]
IDP on the Inauguration of President Biden and VP Kamala Harris
Iowa Democratic Party Chair Mark Smith released the following statement after President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris took the oath of office to become the 46th President and Vice President of the United States: “Today marks a day of unity and the return of compassionate leadership to the highest office in the land. […]
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 […]