Iowa Democratic Party

Today is Juneteenth, a day to celebrate freedom while remembering that we must continue our work to ensure equality and opportunity are truly for all.

Good news in IA-02!!

Cook Political Report has updated their race ratings and moved Iowa’s second district away from Republicans.

"Taxpayers paid roughly $258.7 million in FY26 to fund private school tuition that otherwise would have been paid privately."

It's no secret that the Iowa GOP's voucher program overwhelming benefits families that could already afford private schools.

State auditor: Iowa taxpayers spent $258 million on private school tuition State Auditor Rob Sand released a report highlighting the cost of Iowa's education savings accounts program, which funded private school tuition using taxpayer money in fiscal year 2026.

A statement from IDP Chair Rita Hart on the death of U.S. Air Force Major Brad Hovey:

ICYMI: A West Branch plastics producer announced plans to lay off 77 workers this summer, citing decline due to Whirlpool Amana’s ongoing reductions.

Iowa Republicans are completely failing to protect our manufacturing industry and the communities they employ.

West Branch plastics facility closing, blames Whirlpool production cuts 77 workers will lose jobs as company cites declining business from appliance manufacturer

For Iowans who are ready for a new direction, Zach Lahn isn't offering change.

He's only offering more of the same: praise for the most unpopular governor in the country and her disastrous agenda.

REMINDER: Our 2026 Liberty and Justice Celebration is less than a month away! Join us on July 12 at 4 pm to hear from your Dem candidates and Pete Buttigieg ahead of the incredible opportunity we have to bring change to Iowa in 2026.

Find more details and get your tickers here: secure.actblue.com/donate/lj2026tickets?refcode=socials

The flag of a Republic forever, a Kingdom never.

Happy Flag Day, Iowa. 🇺🇸