MoveOn members praise Biss’ support for single-payer health care, tuition-free public universities, fixing our broken criminal justice system, and making sure the wealthy pay their share. Best choice to take on Republican Bruce Rauner in November.
Representative Forbes: ‘Fred Will Work To Ensure Every Iowan Has Access to The Quality, Affordable Health Care They Deserve’
Today, January 25, Urbandale State Representative John Forbes and five former legislators announced their endorsements of Fred’s Democratic campaign for Governor. The latest endorsers join a growing list of over 60 current and former elected leaders who have announced their support for Fred’s campaign.
Rock Island, Illinois – The Quad City Federation of Labor Executive Board, AFL-CIO, has announced their endorsement for the upcoming Democratic Primary for Rock Island County Sheriff. The executive board unanimously voted to endorse Gerry Bustos.
“Sheriff Bustos has a long record of standing up for working families within Rock Island County. The Quad City Federation of Labor stands enthusiastically with Gerry in his campaign.” said President Dino Leone.
“I bring the vision, ability and passion to serve Iowa agriculture.
With 50 years of diverse farming experience, as an early adopter of conservation practices,
And as a leader on the agricultural world stage,
I’ve been dedicated to building responsibility and strengthening relationships
That benefit farmers, consumers, our country and that help feed the world.”—Ray Gaesser
CHICAGO, Ill. - Tonight, at the first televised forum hosted by NBC 5 Chicago and Telemundo Chicago, in partnership with the Chicago Urban League and the Union League Club of Chicago, Daniel Biss made his case as the only candidate to represent the interests of the middle class by sharing his vision for a state that works for working families, not just the wealthy and well-connected.
Des Moines, IA – Iowans are speaking out following Kim Reynolds’ Condition of the State address. Communities across the state stepped up to share the real stories of how critical services, schools, and businesses have been hurt by Governor Reynolds and her messed up priorities that put partisanship and special interests ahead of Iowa.
The Iowa Democratic Party gave these Iowans a platform with our “Iowa Deserves Better Tour,” with stops in Mason City, Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Grinnell.
Des Moines, IA- Today, State Senator Nate Boulton’s campaign for governor released their first television ad, titled “Voice,” highlighting Sen. Boulton’s record of fighting for Iowa workers. The 30 second ad begins by featuring clips from the 2017 session where Boulton debated Republicans for 26 hours straight over the changes to collective bargaining, and ends with clips from the campaign trail.
Muscatine, Iowa -- Laura Liegois, community leader, mother of two, former Muscatine Solid Waste Manager, and small business owner announced her candidacy to represent Iowa’s 91st House District, which includes Muscatine, Fruitland, Stockton, and Walcott.
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