Iowa Democratic Party Announces Liberty and Justice Celebration

Iowa Democratic Party Announces Liberty and Justice Celebration Annual event’s name change reflects the strength, diversity, and forward-thinking vision of the Democratic party DES MOINES — Today, the Iowa Democratic Party (IDP) announced the new name of its annual fall event: the Liberty and Justice Celebration. The event, to be held on Friday, November 1 […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Labor Day 2019

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement on Labor Day 2019: “The American workforce is second to none, and organized labor has strengthened and empowered American workers for decades. The labor movement’s efforts have lead to higher wages, safer working conditions, and necessary benefits for all workers. “But we know these gains […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

Iowa Democratic Party Disability Caucus Chair Catherine Crist released the following statement on the 29th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act: “Today, our nation celebrates the 29th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, one of the landmark civil rights laws of the 20th century that guarantees that no one should […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Privatized Medicaid Raises

Iowa Democratic Party Chair Troy Price released the following statement in response to the news that Iowa’s privatized Medicaid management companies will receive a bigger raise next year: “Apparently Governor Reynolds is more concerned about her reputation than she is about the health of our state or responsible taxpayer spending. Instead of putting resources towards […]

Trump Lawsuit to Gut ACA Puts Iowans at Risk

As As oral arguments begin in the Trump administration’s lawsuit to eliminate the ACA today, Republicans are taking one step further towards dismantling our national health care system.  “If Trump and Republicans get their way, millions of Americans will lose their health coverage, insurance companies will be able to deny coverage for pre-existing conditions, and […]

Iowa Democratic Party Statement on Juneteenth

Iowa Democratic Party Second Vice-Chair June Owens released the following statement on the 154th anniversary of Juneteenth: “Today we celebrate the anniversary of the abolition of slavery and solemnly recommit ourselves to the fight for full equality. We remember those who marched for freedom and gave their lives for justice in the hope that one […]

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 […]