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Note From the Chair
Hey folks! Rita Hart here.
Monday night’s debate between Christina Bohannan and Marianette Miller-Meeks was just another showcase of how far Miller-Meeks is willing to go to hide her record on abortion. Miller-Meeks tried to put up a moderate front at the debate, yet in reality she voted for the Life at Conception Act in Congress, a law that would ban all abortions nationwide. It includes no exceptions for rape, incest, the life of the mother, and would also outlaw IVF treatments for couples attempting to start familes of their own. She knows the majority of Iowans support a woman’s right to choose, which is why she has to hide her beliefs in order to stay in power.
That’s why it’s so important to vote in this election, if we do not cast untrustworthy politicians like her out of office, the citizens of Iowa will have no control over their own future. Which reminds me, if you requested an absentee ballot from your County Auditor's Office and haven’t sent it back yet, make sure to deliver it to them in person after October 25th. If you mail it after that date it might not arrive on time, and the Auditor’s Office won’t be able to count your vote.
This election is going to be down to the wire folks. We can't afford to lose even one voice from the chorus. So get out there, cast your ballot, and help turn this state and this country towards a brighter future. Only together will we be able to win.
Sincerely,
Rita Hart
IDP Chair
Take Action
Join the IDP at one of the many events being hosted in every corner of the state. See the full list of events by visiting iowademocrats.org and clicking the “Calendar” button in the top right corner.
Winneshiek County Democrats Monthly Meeting
When: Thurs, October 24, 7pm-8pm
Where: UCC Church Fellowship Hall 209 West Broadway, Decorah, IA
Description: Gathering of Democrats in Winneshiek County to discuss issues. Open to the public.
Story County Democrats Canvassing
When: Sat, October 26, 10am – 2pm
Where: 415 Main St, Ames, IA
Description: Volunteers may come anytime between 10 AM and 2 PM to pick up a packet and be trained. We will give you everything you need. It takes about 15 minutes and you can knock on doors later that day or over the next week. Materials may be returned on the following Saturday.
Story County Democrats Canvassing
When: Sun, October 27, 12pm – 2pm
Where: 415 Main St, Ames, IA
Description: Volunteers may come anytime between 12 PM and 2 PM to pick up a packet and be trained. We will give you everything you need. It takes about 15 minutes and you can knock on doors later that day or over the next week. Materials may be returned on the following Sunday.
Clinton County Dems Get Out The Vote Rally
When: Sat, November 2, 9:30am
Where: Clinton County Democrats Headquarters, 2319 Roosevelt St, Clinton, IA
Description: This election is coming down to the wire, and the most important thing YOU can do to make a difference is knock on doors to get our voters to the polls! If you're unable to knock doors, you can volunteer to drive canvassers. Join us as Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart launches a Mississippi River "Turn Iowa Blue" canvass tour. We all want to be able to look in the mirror on November 6th and know we did everything we could to get Democrats elected! Call or email to sign up, [email protected] or (563) 357-8079, walk ins are welcome!
Election Day!
When: Tues, November 5, all voting ends at 8pm
Where: Across the U.S.A.
Description: The moment we’ve all been waiting for. Don’t forget to vote folks! This may be the last chance we’ll ever get.
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Vote Early - In Three Easy Steps
Early voting started October 16th, and the election’s only getting closer. Don’t forget to head to the polls and make your voice heard! If you wanted to request an absentee ballot, but couldn’t find the time; don’t panic. We here at IDP have compiled an easy-to-understand list of how you can vote early and in person today:
1. Use this link and find your County Auditor’s Office County Auditor List (iowa.gov) [[link removed]] . It will include your Office’s address, phone number, and other relevant contact information.
2. All Auditor’s Offices serve as early voting stations, so if yours is nearby you can go there to cast your ballot. If it’s a bit of a drive you can call your Office to see if they’ve set up any early voting stations closer to where you live. If you’d prefer not to call, you can use this link to find your polling place as well: I Will Vote [[link removed]] (though remember to look under the ‘Early Vote’ tab to get the correct locations)
3. Travel to your polling location of choice, and make your voice heard!
After that you’re finished. You’ve cast your vote, and assisted our democracy once again. Now all that’s left is to collect your sticker!
In the News
The Gazette Iowa’s competitive Congressional campaigns draw national interest, support [[link removed]]
Iowa Public Radio Iowa expected to take in less revenue next year than it’s spending this year [[link removed]]
USA TODAY House Speaker Mike Johnson campaigns for Iowa Republicans in contested congressional races [[link removed]]
On the Internet
Iowa House Democrats: [[link removed]] Caught on Ring Camera: @IAHouseGOP [[link removed]] candidate just says it "not your candidate" for women's rights #IALegis [[link removed]] #PeopleOverPolitics [[link removed]]
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Iowa Senate Democrats: [[link removed]] Go to [link removed] [[link removed]] to find the location of your County Auditor's office or a satellite voting site! And don't forget your ID! [link removed] [[link removed]]
Iowa Democratic Party: [[link removed]] Mariannette Miller-Meeks knows that her attacks on reproductive freedom are deeply unpopular amongst Iowans. Now, she's trying to distract from the facts.
Her anti-choice record speaks for itself. Miller-Meeks cosponsored the Life at Conception Act, which would have banned abortion nationwide with no exceptions and no protections for access to IVF. #IA01 [[link removed]] [link removed] [[link removed]]
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