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'This is the grassroots.' Iowans gather to caucus ahead of midterms

Passionate Democrats across the state left the comforts of their homes last night to organize and to vote on the party’s future. We’re happy to announce that this was the most attended caucus night since 2018, with thousands of Iowans taking part! This proves that Iowans are ready for change, ready for new leadership, ready to roll up their sleeves and go to work, and ready to take back our state this November!

DNC will allow Iowa Democrats to compete for early date for 2028 caucuses

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Representatives on the Record

Give your representatives a call and ask them questions about the decisions they are making in Congress.

Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (202) 225-6576

After Mariannette Miller-Meeks let the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits expire, data show 13,500 – about 10 percent – fewer Iowans are enrolled in the Affordable Care Act in 2026 versus 2025. What is her plan to ensure those Iowans who are no longer enrolled can still afford health insurance?

Representative Ashley Hinson (202) 225-2911

After Ashley Hinson let the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits expire, data show 13,500 – about 10 percent – fewer Iowans are enrolled in the Affordable Care Act in 2026 versus 2025. What is her plan to ensure those Iowans who are no longer enrolled can still afford health insurance?

Representative Zach Nunn (515) 400-8180

After Zach Nunn let the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits expire, data show 13,500 – about 10 percent – fewer Iowans are enrolled in the Affordable Care Act in 2026 versus 2025. What is his plan to ensure those Iowans who are no longer enrolled can still afford health insurance?

Representative Randy Feenstra (712) 224-4692

After Randy Feenstra let the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits expire, data show 13,500 – about 10 percent – fewer Iowans are enrolled in the Affordable Care Act in 2026 versus 2025. What is his plan to ensure those Iowans who are no longer enrolled can still afford health insurance?

Take Action

Volunteer with the Iowa Democratic Party below. Help take our state and country back from the reality of Republican chaos.

Volunteer Today

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 “Events” under the “Take Action” tab at the top of the page.

Scott County Trivia Night

When: Sat, February 7, 5:30 p.m. 

Where: 4224 Ricker Hill Rd. Davenport

Description: Fundraiser run by the Scott County Democrats benefitting the Kirschbaum-Fitzsimmons Scholarship.

 

RSVP Here: www.scottcountydems.org

Building Blue Banquet

When: Tues, February 10, 6:00 p.m. 

Where: Courtyard Marriott, 2405 SE Creekview Drive, Ankeny, IA 50021

Description: You are invited to the Ankeny Area Democrats Building Blue Banquet, an evening focused on flipping seats and building Democratic victories in Ankeny and across Iowa. Speakers will include Senator Catelin Drey and Senator Mike Zimmer, who will share insights on winning competitive races and growing Democratic success. Registrations close Tuesday, February 3.


RSVP Here: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/banquet2026

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Note From the Chair

Hey folks! Rita Hart here.

Last night was caucus night! Iowans from across the state gathered to build the future of our party, showing up for the sake of our Democratic future. Our future is looking pretty bright considering this was our most attended caucus night since 2018!

It is encouraging to see that thousands of Iowans showed up to caucuses in all 99 counties ready for change. If you attended your local caucus, thank you. You are the reason we can elect new leaders in 2026 to bring balance back to our state. Last night was just the beginning, though.

We need your continued help to ensure we are successful in November. If you’re able, please join your friends and neighbors in volunteering for the Democratic cause. You can sign up here: Volunteer - Iowa Democratic Party. We need every single person reading this email to sign up if we want to get across that finish line in November. Our very democracy depends on it.

Sincerely,

Rita Hart

IDP Chair

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