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Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones Unstoppable in Iowa: India May on Rural Power, Health Care, and Speaking Truth to Power Guest, India May, Political Candidate, Speaker, Advocate A Grassroots Conversation About Local Courage In this episode of Shadow Politics, hosts Michael D. Brown and Liberty Jones welcome India May, Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 58, covering Floyd, Chickasaw, and Bremer counties. Michael introduces her as a nurse, librarian, medical examiner investigator, mother, and community advocate who gained attention after publicly confronting Senator Joni Ernst about Medicare and Medicaid cuts. The episode focuses on local power, rural politics, health care, LGBTQ rights, campaign finance, voter access, and what it means for an ordinary citizen to step into public leadership. Discovering the Power of One Civilian Voice India says one of the biggest lessons she has learned over the past year is how much power civilians truly have. She points to her public criticism of Senator Joni Ernst, who later announced retirement, and her scrutiny of her opponent's unpaid property taxes, after which he paid them. India's point is that people do not have to wait until they hold office to make a difference. By speaking plainly, documenting facts, and refusing to be silent, ordinary citizens can pressure powerful figures and create real consequences. From Independent Voter to Democratic Candidate Liberty asks India about the difference between her expectations and the realities of running for office. India explains that she spent much of her voting life as an independent and is now running as a Democrat in red, rural Iowa. She says she has been pleasantly surprised by the number of people willing to step up, volunteer, knock doors, join parades, and publicly support a campaign that calls for change. She describes live music, community energy, and people applauding the campaign at local events as signs that many rural Iowans know something is wrong and want a different direction. A Campaign Rooted in Fair Voting When Liberty asks what policies are most important to India, she names voting reform as her top priority. India supports efforts discussed by Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand to make voting more fair and less dependent on party structures. She criticizes Iowa's ban on ranked-choice voting and says she is interested in open primaries, star voting, approval voting, and ballot measures. Her goal is to make Iowa's political system more responsive to voters rather than party machinery. Medicaid, Mental Health, and a Broken Health System Michael asks about India's well-known confrontation with Senator Ernst over Medicaid cuts and how those cuts affect Iowans. India says Iowa has already been ahead of the curve in damaged health care because Medicaid was privatized in 2016. She describes delayed care, denied care, unpaid reimbursements to hospitals, work requirements, and hospitals struggling to stay open. She also says Iowa ranks at the bottom for inpatient mental health care availability and faces severe health care deserts, rising cancer concerns, and limited oncology access across many counties. The “Big Beautiful Bill” and Political Timing India argues that federal cuts tied to the so-called “big beautiful bill” will be devastating and says the timing of implementation appears politically calculated. According to her, the cuts are delayed until November, creating an opening for Republicans to blame Democrats if the party balance changes after the election. Michael responds that this shows she has learned one of the central lessons of politics: policy and timing are often structured to shape public blame. Christianity, MAGA, and Moral Accountability The conversation turns to religion and politics when Michael, speaking as a Christian and father of an openly gay daughter, asks how Christians reconcile cruelty toward LGBTQ people, immigrants, and vulnerable groups. India, who says she was raised Methodist, contrasts the Methodist slogan “open hearts, open minds, open doors” with what she describes as MAGA cruelty. She says even the Old Testament emphasizes hospitality to strangers and kindness to those in need, and she argues that current right-wing politics often represents the opposite of what Christ or Christianity teaches. LGBTQ Rights, Book Bans, and Iowa's Culture War India discusses the legislative push in Iowa against LGBTQ protections, trans and nonbinary people, and public libraries. She says Republicans have enacted or pursued punishing policies against LGBTQ Iowans and banned local governments from passing protective ordinances. As a former librarian, she criticizes book bans and groups such as Moms for Liberty, saying the fear that books about gay families will “turn children gay” is baseless. She connects the fight over libraries and education to broader attempts to control speech, identity, and public understanding. Teen Pregnancy, Sex Education, and Child Safety The discussion also touches on sex education and child safety. India argues that teen pregnancy has declined not because of abstinence-only silence but because young people have more access to information and teach one another how to be safer. She emphasizes that adults abusing children, not LGBTQ people or books, are a real issue that should be confronted honestly. Michael adds that in his own experience, abuse often came from heterosexual authority figures, reinforcing the need for real education rather than fear-based censorship. Money, PACs, and a Grassroots Fundraising Fight India explains that her campaign has raised meaningful support and even outraised her opponent in some ways, though he has outspent her and benefits from PAC funding. She contrasts his expensive steak-dinner fundraising with her community-centered grilled cheese events, including a planned family-friendly fundraiser at the Floyd County Fairgrounds with games and raffle tickets. She stresses that every small donation matters and directs listeners to MayForIowa.com for campaign support. Rural Iowa, Brain Drain, and Keeping Young People Home Liberty asks how rural Iowa can keep young workers, doctors, entrepreneurs, and college graduates from leaving. India says the problem is real and often called “brain drain.” She argues that young people leave when communities attack LGBTQ people, underfund public schools, fail to protect workers, allow corporations to exploit communities, and make life less livable. Her answer is that Iowa must become a place where young people can be safe, respected, employed, and proud to build a life near their families. Challenging Her Opponent's Record India discusses her opponent, Charlie Thompson, saying he has served two terms in the Iowa legislature while also working as a lawyer and real estate developer. She criticizes him for not paying property taxes on several properties and for being involved in a stalled downtown development project in Charles City. She also criticizes legislation he supported, including a three-strikes-style bill that she says will increase incarceration despite Iowa not being a high-crime state, especially troubling in a state with poor mental health care access. Water Quality, Cancer, and the Cost of Silence A major policy issue India raises is Iowa's water quality. She says a study identified nitrates from agricultural runoff as a major contaminant and connects this to Iowa's rising cancer concerns. She criticizes the state for failing to educate the public after the study and says candidates must be willing to have hard conversations about unsafe water, preventable cancer risks, health care costs, child care costs, exploitative tax structures, and corporate influence. For India, voters may eventually wake up when these issues affect their health and wallets directly. Trump, MAGA, and Cracks in the Bubble Michael asks whether Trump's appeal is fading in Iowa, especially among farmers affected by tariffs and economic pressure. India says Trump signs came down quickly in Iowa and notes farmer bankruptcies as a serious concern. She believes some former MAGA supporters are beginning to question what they were told, including one former Trump supporter who wrote her name on the Republican primary ballot. Still, she says many voters remain trapped in algorithmic echo chambers, making truth-telling and local conversations essential. Iowa's Governor's Race and Statewide Politics India also discusses Iowa's governor's race, praising Rob Sand while criticizing Governor Kim Reynolds and the current Republican leadership. She says Reynolds is deeply unpopular and criticizes her use of taxpayer-funded private-jet travel while asking Iowans what public services they would sacrifice to reduce property taxes. India also discusses Republican candidate Zach Lahn, portraying him as a wealthy, Koch-connected figure who talks about water quality but carries far-right cultural positions. Her broader point is that Iowa politics is full of contradictions, money, and high stakes. An Authentic Candidate With an Unstoppable Message As the interview closes, Liberty asks what India would want young Iowans to remember. India's answer is to be unapologetically themselves, find out who they are, and speak truth to power relentlessly. Michael praises her authenticity, endorses her candidacy, and calls her the kind of candidate America needs. Liberty says she does not have the same power to endorse, but will buy a campaign shirt. The show closes with Michael dedicating Sia's “Unstoppable” to India May and encouraging listeners to support her campaign.

Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones Unstoppable in Iowa: India May on Rural Power, Health Care, and Speaking Truth to Power Guest, India May, Political Candidate, Speaker, Advocate A Grassroots Conversation About Local Courage In this episode of Shadow Politics, hosts Michael D. Brown and Liberty Jones welcome India May, Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 58, covering Floyd, Chickasaw, and Bremer counties. Michael introduces her as a nurse, librarian, medical examiner investigator, mother, and community advocate who gained attention after publicly confronting Senator Joni Ernst about Medicare and Medicaid cuts. The episode focuses on local power, rural politics, health care, LGBTQ rights, campaign finance, voter access, and what it means for an ordinary citizen to step into public leadership. Discovering the Power of One Civilian Voice India says one of the biggest lessons she has learned over the past year is how much power civilians truly have. She points to her public criticism of Senator Joni Ernst, who later announced retirement, and her scrutiny of her opponent's unpaid property taxes, after which he paid them. India's point is that people do not have to wait until they hold office to make a difference. By speaking plainly, documenting facts, and refusing to be silent, ordinary citizens can pressure powerful figures and create real consequences. From Independent Voter to Democratic Candidate Liberty asks India about the difference between her expectations and the realities of running for office. India explains that she spent much of her voting life as an independent and is now running as a Democrat in red, rural Iowa. She says she has been pleasantly surprised by the number of people willing to step up, volunteer, knock doors, join parades, and publicly support a campaign that calls for change. She describes live music, community energy, and people applauding the campaign at local events as signs that many rural Iowans know something is wrong and want a different direction. A Campaign Rooted in Fair Voting When Liberty asks what policies are most important to India, she names voting reform as her top priority. India supports efforts discussed by Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand to make voting more fair and less dependent on party structures. She criticizes Iowa's ban on ranked-choice voting and says she is interested in open primaries, star voting, approval voting, and ballot measures. Her goal is to make Iowa's political system more responsive to voters rather than party machinery. Medicaid, Mental Health, and a Broken Health System Michael asks about India's well-known confrontation with Senator Ernst over Medicaid cuts and how those cuts affect Iowans. India says Iowa has already been ahead of the curve in damaged health care because Medicaid was privatized in 2016. She describes delayed care, denied care, unpaid reimbursements to hospitals, work requirements, and hospitals struggling to stay open. She also says Iowa ranks at the bottom for inpatient mental health care availability and faces severe health care deserts, rising cancer concerns, and limited oncology access across many counties. The “Big Beautiful Bill” and Political Timing India argues that federal cuts tied to the so-called “big beautiful bill” will be devastating and says the timing of implementation appears politically calculated. According to her, the cuts are delayed until November, creating an opening for Republicans to blame Democrats if the party balance changes after the election. Michael responds that this shows she has learned one of the central lessons of politics: policy and timing are often structured to shape public blame. Christianity, MAGA, and Moral Accountability The conversation turns to religion and politics when Michael, speaking as a Christian and father of an openly gay daughter, asks how Christians reconcile cruelty toward LGBTQ people, immigrants, and vulnerable groups. India, who says she was raised Methodist, contrasts the Methodist slogan “open hearts, open minds, open doors” with what she describes as MAGA cruelty. She says even the Old Testament emphasizes hospitality to strangers and kindness to those in need, and she argues that current right-wing politics often represents the opposite of what Christ or Christianity teaches. LGBTQ Rights, Book Bans, and Iowa's Culture War India discusses the legislative push in Iowa against LGBTQ protections, trans and nonbinary people, and public libraries. She says Republicans have enacted or pursued punishing policies against LGBTQ Iowans and banned local governments from passing protective ordinances. As a former librarian, she criticizes book bans and groups such as Moms for Liberty, saying the fear that books about gay families will “turn children gay” is baseless. She connects the fight over libraries and education to broader attempts to control speech, identity, and public understanding. Teen Pregnancy, Sex Education, and Child Safety The discussion also touches on sex education and child safety. India argues that teen pregnancy has declined not because of abstinence-only silence but because young people have more access to information and teach one another how to be safer. She emphasizes that adults abusing children, not LGBTQ people or books, are a real issue that should be confronted honestly. Michael adds that in his own experience, abuse often came from heterosexual authority figures, reinforcing the need for real education rather than fear-based censorship. Money, PACs, and a Grassroots Fundraising Fight India explains that her campaign has raised meaningful support and even outraised her opponent in some ways, though he has outspent her and benefits from PAC funding. She contrasts his expensive steak-dinner fundraising with her community-centered grilled cheese events, including a planned family-friendly fundraiser at the Floyd County Fairgrounds with games and raffle tickets. She stresses that every small donation matters and directs listeners to MayForIowa.com for campaign support. Rural Iowa, Brain Drain, and Keeping Young People Home Liberty asks how rural Iowa can keep young workers, doctors, entrepreneurs, and college graduates from leaving. India says the problem is real and often called “brain drain.” She argues that young people leave when communities attack LGBTQ people, underfund public schools, fail to protect workers, allow corporations to exploit communities, and make life less livable. Her answer is that Iowa must become a place where young people can be safe, respected, employed, and proud to build a life near their families. Challenging Her Opponent's Record India discusses her opponent, Charlie Thompson, saying he has served two terms in the Iowa legislature while also working as a lawyer and real estate developer. She criticizes him for not paying property taxes on several properties and for being involved in a stalled downtown development project in Charles City. She also criticizes legislation he supported, including a three-strikes-style bill that she says will increase incarceration despite Iowa not being a high-crime state, especially troubling in a state with poor mental health care access. Water Quality, Cancer, and the Cost of Silence A major policy issue India raises is Iowa's water quality. She says a study identified nitrates from agricultural runoff as a major contaminant and connects this to Iowa's rising cancer concerns. She criticizes the state for failing to educate the public after the study and says candidates must be willing to have hard conversations about unsafe water, preventable cancer risks, health care costs, child care costs, exploitative tax structures, and corporate influence. For India, voters may eventually wake up when these issues affect their health and wallets directly. Trump, MAGA, and Cracks in the Bubble Michael asks whether Trump's appeal is fading in Iowa, especially among farmers affected by tariffs and economic pressure. India says Trump signs came down quickly in Iowa and notes farmer bankruptcies as a serious concern. She believes some former MAGA supporters are beginning to question what they were told, including one former Trump supporter who wrote her name on the Republican primary ballot. Still, she says many voters remain trapped in algorithmic echo chambers, making truth-telling and local conversations essential. Iowa's Governor's Race and Statewide Politics India also discusses Iowa's governor's race, praising Rob Sand while criticizing Governor Kim Reynolds and the current Republican leadership. She says Reynolds is deeply unpopular and criticizes her use of taxpayer-funded private-jet travel while asking Iowans what public services they would sacrifice to reduce property taxes. India also discusses Republican candidate Zach Lahn, portraying him as a wealthy, Koch-connected figure who talks about water quality but carries far-right cultural positions. Her broader point is that Iowa politics is full of contradictions, money, and high stakes. An Authentic Candidate With an Unstoppable Message As the interview closes, Liberty asks what India would want young Iowans to remember. India's answer is to be unapologetically themselves, find out who they are, and speak truth to power relentlessly. Michael praises her authenticity, endorses her candidacy, and calls her the kind of candidate America needs. Liberty says she does not have the same power to endorse, but will buy a campaign shirt. The show closes with Michael dedicating Sia's “Unstoppable” to India May and encouraging listeners to support her campaign.

We are joined by 22 year old political phenom Dillon Fillion, who courageously put his name on a ballot, advanced through his primary unopposed, and is now running to flip Iowa House District 81 from Democrat to Republican. Dillon has been actively campaigning in his district for well over a year, registering voters, having conversations with constituents, and advancing the MAGA cause by doing the hard work himself. Dillon serves as a reminder that there are good people, of all ages, ready to take initiative and make a difference for the good of their community and our country.    Support Dillon at: WWW.DILLONFILLION.COM   Join UNGOVERNED on LFA TV LIVE every MONDAY - FRIDAY from 10am to 11am EASTERN!    www.FarashMedia.com www.LFATV.us www.OFPFarms.com www.SLNT.com/SHAWN www.CovePure.com/SHAWN 

On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This week on the On Iowa Politics podcast, we review the 2026 Primary Election.This episode was hosted by Gazette Des Moines Bureau Chief Erin Murphy. It features Gazette Deputy Des Moines Bureau Chief Tom Barton, Sarah Watson of the Quad City Times, Jared McNett of the Sioux City Journal, and Gazette columnists Althea Cole and Todd Dorman.This episode was produced by Gazette Social Video Producer Bailey Cichon.Read the articles mentioned in this episode:Lahn tops Feenstra for GOP nominationHow did Zach Lahn win Iowa's GOP gubernatorial primary?Iowa primary takeaways: Democrats see opening, economy dominates and Lahn reshapes governor's raceTurek wins Democratic nomination for Iowa U.S. Senate seat, setting up showdown with HinsonMiller-Meeks, Bohannan advance to rematch in Iowa's 1st District raceAdam Peters defeats incumbent Ken Croken in Iowa House District 97 raceKing counties from 2020 Fourth District primary stayed with Lahn in gubernatorial primaryDave Rowley survives primary challenge from human trafficking lecturer Stacy BeschChris Cournoyer advances in tight Iowa auditor primary

Iowa House District 47 Representative Carter Nordman gives us an update.

India May, candidate for Iowa House District 58, joined us today. We discussed campaigning in rural Iowa, her opponent's multiple mansions, and some of the bills coming out of this year's legislative session. Go to her website, please: https://mayforiowa.com Call us at (319) 849-8733! Go here for full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/153609312 https://rockhardcauc.us

Iowa House District 47 Representative Carter Nordman gives us a legislative update.

On Iowa Politics is a weekly news and analysis podcast that aims to recreate the kinds of conversations that happen when you get political reporters from across Iowa together after the day's deadlines have been met. Tackling anything from local to state to national, On Iowa Politics is your weekly dose of analysis and insight into the issues affecting Iowa.This week, Iowa Democrats are divided over the caucuses, yet another multi-candidate event without Randy Feenstra, the Iowa Supreme Court sides with Rob Sand, and more.Read the articles mentioned in this episode:Iowa Supreme Court rules state auditor's office can represent itself in Davenport case: https://qctimes.com/news/local/government-politics/article_0a490601-2683-42d4-99ee-c1e372078701.html Feenstra misses another Iowa GOP forum, gets criticized by Republicans and Dems: https://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/government-politics/elections/article_043d9e82-ee33-4e4b-90ce-4a58d6ba8307.html Party survey shows Iowa Democrats split on whether to 'go rogue' in 2028 nominating process: https://qctimes.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_86f9a365-cf16-4739-87f9-5854a318994f.html Wendy Larson wins special election for Iowa House District 7: https://siouxcityjournal.com/search/#:~:text=Wendy%20Larson%20wins%20special%20election%20for%20Iowa%20House%20District%207 National Democrats set sights on Iowa Legislature in 2026: https://www.thegazette.com/campaigns-elections/campaign-almanac-national-democrats-add-iowa-house-senate-to-2026-target-map/ This episode was produced by Gazette Social Video Producer Bailey Cichon.Comments: erin.murphy@thegazette.com, bailey.cichon@thegazette.com

Iowa House District 47 Representative Carter Nordman gives us a legislative update.

Oliver Bardwell X/Twitter Link: https://x.com/oliverbwell?s=21Protect Conservative Values In Central Iowa By Voting Red November 5 #SaveAmerica #Trump2024Running Against Republican Turned Liberal Kenan Judge Of Waukee, Iowa

Tony Thompson, Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 45, joins Joan Esposito for her weekly War on Women segment. Thompson recently posted on X: "I am concerned that Iowa will be a complete healthcare desert for women by the time my daughters hit their teenage years. Iowa has the lowest number of OBGYNs per capita already, and the restrictive reproductive laws championed by my opponent Brian Lohse are making the situation even worse." Joan and Tony talk about that and more. Visit Tony Thompson's campaign website: https://tonythompsonforiowa.com. Catch "Joan Esposito: Live, Local and Progressive" weekdays from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/wcpt820).

- Neil Levesque (Executive director, New Hampshire Institute of Politics; @NeilLevesque) - Jason Stanley (Author, "Erasing History: How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future") - William Muck (Political science department chair, North Central College in Naperville; @wjmuck, @PoliticsLabPod) - Tony Thompson (Dem candidate for Iowa House District 45; @tony4iowa)

Iowa House District 47 Representative Carter Nordman gives us a legislative update.

In this episode, we have a great conversation Iowa House District 25 Representative Hans Wilz.  Rep. Wilz discusses a wide array of topics that are at the top of the minds of the people of Wapello County and offers insight into the general health and direction of the State of Iowa.Listen at: https://www.gopip.org/news/podcasts or wherever to get your podcasts!#gopip #talkottumwa #ottumwa #iowa #wapellocounty #district25 #HansWilz 

State Representative Barb Kniff-McCulla discusses the latest in Iowa House District 37 and ongoing work in the 2023 Iowa Legislative Session.

Iowa House District 47 Representative-Elect Carter Nordman talks about recently winning election back to the Statehouse, as well as chairing the education appropriations subcommittee and the new education reform committee.

Simon begins hour 2 with Colonel Zach Nunn, who is making his final pitch to become Senator of Iowa and unseat Cindy Axne. Next, Simon speaks with Anne Fairchild, who is running for Iowa House District 78.

A military vet from Knoxville wants your vote for the Iowa House. Join us today as Dr. Bob Leonard goes “In Depth” with Joe Kerner, Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 21, which includes Knoxville and Indianola.

Justin spoke with Chris Dean, manager for Gabriel De LaCerda's campaign for Iowa House District 36. Chris is on twitter: https://twitter.com/talktothedean Full episode notes: https://www.patreon.com/posts/67687012 https://rockhardcauc.us

Tonite Old Man Strength brings on newly Democratic candidate for Iowa House District 28 and former investigative journalist Sonya Heitshusen on the pod. Sonya has a unique background of journalism, rural roots and hard working values. We talk about what its like for a new perspective of the campaign process, talk about her time at WOI and WHO and have a little fun. Tim and Chris, along with their friend Aaron, launch their new media company 3 Beards Media and talk about the new venture as well. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/oldmanstrength/support

Barb Kniff McCulla of Pella is the Republican Candidate for Iowa House District 37 following her victory in Tuesday’s primary election, and she discusses what’s next heading into November.

Our friend Jaylen Cavil is running for Iowa House District 36. His primary is June 7th and he is one of 6 Democrats running for the nomination! Here's a map of the 36th district: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61bd106301aa11267f093cac/4cb1dd5f-ed56-4ad3-a99a-347521450ffa/House+District+36+Map?format=1000w Here's how to vote if you live there: https://www.jaylencavil.com/vote Here's where you can send money to the campaign: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jaylen4iowa Additional episode notes here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/66641206 https://rockhardcauc.us

Helena Hayes of New Sharon Iowa is running for House seat 88 covering half of Mahaska all of Keokuk and the northern part of Jefferson Country. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is Stephen Schmidt from the Gazette digital news desk and I'm here with your update for Thursday, August 26. We're looking at another day of sunny and muggy weather potentially leading to rain. According to the National Weather Service forecast it will be mostly sunny in the Cedar Rapids area on Thursday with a high near 91 degrees. The heat index could reach as high as 100 degrees. Thursday night into Friday morning there will be a chance for storms, with some potentially heavy rainfall. Right now there is a prediction of a 70 percent chance of rain and 1 to 2 inches of rainfall possible in some areas. Forty-two Iowans died as a result of COVID-19 in this most recent month, the state Department of Public Health reported Wednesday. The state said all deaths occurred between July 24 and Aug. 22. The number of new cases and hospitalizations and deaths due to the infection are far less than at peak last winter. However, it is clear Iowa is experiencing a third surge of the disease that's being fueled by the more contagious delta variant despite the widespread availability of a free vaccine to ward off the worst symptoms These deaths came even before the recent spike in hospitalizations for COVID-19, which jumped again this week to 472. This is the highest number of people hospitalized for the disease since the end of the second peak last year. It was a jump of about 100 people from the previous week. The Iowa Department of Public Health stressed the importance of getting vaccinated. It said that 79 percent of the people hospitalized Aug. 25 with a primary diagnosis of COVID-19 had not been vaccinated. It also said that 86 percent of the COVID-19 patients in intensive care were not vaccinated before becoming infected. The number of inmates held in Iowa prisons crept up last fiscal year but the population was down significantly from the record count of a decade ago as COVID-19 has forced policymakers to adjust to changing dynamics the virus has created within institutional settings. New data released by the Iowa Department of Corrections shows 7,744 inmates were housed in the state's nine correctional institutions. Inmate numbers dropped below 8,000 for the first time in 20 years last fiscal year when COVID-19 moved into Iowa in March 2020, causing the Iowa Board of Parole to accelerate releases as a way to help manage a prison population that was susceptible to the spreading coronavirus. Delays in court hearings, trials and procedures due to COVID-19 concerns also impacted prison numbers. An Iowa City Democrat who unseated a 20-year incumbent in last year's primary for a state representative seat now has her sights on Congress. University of Iowa law professor and Rep. Christina Bohannan announced earlier this week that she will run for southeast Iowa's 2nd Congressional District, a seat now held by freshman Republican U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, in the 2022 midterm elections. Miller-Meeks, of Ottumwa, won last year's election for Iowa's open U.S. House seat by a mere six votes, the narrowest margin of victory in a House race in almost 40 years Bohannan unseated 20-year incumbent Vicki Lensing in the June 2020 Democratic primary and was unopposed in November's general election for the Iowa House District 85 seat. If you love all things Iowa Football, don't miss Leah Vann's Talkin Hawks Newsletter. In her weekly email you'll get exclusive Hawkeye coverage, trivia, food reviews, podcast highlights and more. Sign up today at the thegazette.com/hawks Be sure to subscribe to The Gazette Daily news podcast, or just tell your Amazon https://www.thegazette.com/topic?eid=121774&ename=Alexa&lang=en (Alexa) enabled device to “enable The Gazette Daily News skill" so you can get your daily briefing by simply saying “Alexa, what's the news? If you prefer podcasts, you can also find us on iTunes or wherever else you find your Podcasts. Support this podcast

Iowa House District 20 Representative Ray Sorensen gives us an update of the last week’s activities from this year’s legislative session.

Iowa House District 47 Representative Phil Thompson talks about the latest from the House.

Iowa House District 20 Representative Ray Sorensen gives us an update in part one of our two part series.

In today’s Let’s Talk Guthrie County program, Iowa House District 20 Representative Ray Sorensen finishes up his interview concerning recent developments in the 89th General Assembly.

In today’s Let’s Talk Guthrie County program, Iowa House District 20 Representative Ray Sorensen discusses the new election reform bill and other events at the Capitol in part one of a two-part interview series.

Iowa House District 47 Representative Phil Thompson gives us a legislative update from the House.

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler.

Iowa House District 47 Representative Phil Thompson gives us a preview ahead of the 89th Iowa General Assembly.

In this inaugural episode, we break down Ruby's bid for Iowa House District 75 and compare the results to past elections and other 2020 House races in Iowa. Our not-a-pundit Darvin joins us to discuss what the Iowa Democratic Party needs in a new chair and how rural Democrats can move forward after a disappointing election. Let us know your thoughts about the discussion, or suggest possible guests or topics for future episodes—email us at podcast@weliveheretoo.us, connect with us on social media at @weliveherepod, or visit our website at https://weliveheretoo.us/. Like this podcast? Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/weliveherepod --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/weliveheretoo/message

In today’s Let’s Talk Guthrie County, Iowa House District 20 Representative Ray Sorensen previews the start of the 89th General Assembly.

The Democratic candidate for the 26th Iowa House District wants your vote. Join us today as Dr. Bob Leonard goes “In Depth” with Scott Ourth.

The Republican candidate for the 26th Iowa House District wants your vote. Join us today as Dr. Bob Leonard goes “In Depth” with Brooke Boden.

This is the Special Edition Meet the Candidates In-Depth News Magazine on KGRA. The program features the contested races in the U.S. House 4th District, Iowa Senate District 24, Iowa House District 47, as well as the

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This week, Ben takes a week off while the fellas talk with Eddie Andrews, candidate for Iowa House District 39. The post 2020 Episode 21 first appeared on Live From The Path.

To kick off our State Officials Week, we talk with Representative of Iowa House District 98, Mary Wolfe! Since the House session recently ended, we were able to get the latest information on our state government and how it will impact Clinton! We hope you enjoy this episode and learn more about our state politics! ***This podcast is not affiliated with any companies, businesses, or other entities, including Clinton County itself; this podcast is purely aimed to start positive and engaging conversations about our community, with our community. This podcast recording was created virtually and met all COVID-19 regulations per Iowa guidelines. As this podcast was filmed virtually, there is some feedback in the recording, BUT the information presented is still important and valid! Thanks for your understanding as we continue to learn and grow!***

In this week's episode of the Follower of One podcast, Mike speaks with Ryan Howard. Ryan is a recurring guest here on our podcast. Currently, Ryan is the founder of YourFaithAtWork.org, a primary republican candidate for the Iowa House District 60, podcast host, and sits on the Board of Directors for Cedar Valley United Way. Please welcome him back to Follower of One!   Episode Breakdown   1:45 - Update on Ryan Howard's progress 4:10 - Ryan's Primary Objective for Politics 7:40 - Faith needs to be your advantage 9:50 - Ryan's website Yourfaithatwork.org 11:30 - Ryan's practical approach to using faith in his Politics 15:55 - Intentionality is Key 19:20 - Things to build upon during the current social climate   Being Intentional   One of our recurring themes here at Follower of One is the act of being "intentional". A key to being successful in any job is your intent. How do you intend to do your job today? Do you have the right mindset? Are you using your skills effectively and intentionally? The same goes for integrating your faith in the marketplace. We must be intentional about how we use our faith at work. Ryan talks with Mike about how God uses our faith to disciple us and when we learn to listen to him, our eyes open to his works more and more. Whether you are taking the Marketplace Mission Trip or in between trips, how are you using your faith directly in how you act? Are you being purposeful in listening to God? Are you being steadfast in using your faith to bloom your professional career? Let us know your experience so we all can learn from it!     Your Relationship with God   Ryan's foundation in his work, political stance, and relationships are all rooted in his connection with God. Your fellowship with God is the most important thing in your life because it opens up positive influences into everything you say and do. How often do you talk to God? Do you seek him daily? Weekly? Hourly? We have learned here at Follower of One, that our faith is designed to go beyond Sundays. Ryan believes that our faith is not just a systematic machine but a deep relationship with God himself. If you were to reflect on your connection to God, how would you describe it? What brings you to him and pulls you away? We want to be aware of our God at all times!     Connect With Ryan Ryan's LinkedIn Your Faith At Work   Connect With Follower Of One Join us over in our Online Community, get social with us; Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Listen to our podcast on your way to work and subscribe using your favorite podcast app. Be a part of our next Marketplace Mission Trip!

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 22 of the Legislature.

On today’s program we’re talking with Iowa House District 20 Representative Ray Sorensen (R).

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 9 of the Legislature.

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 8 of the Legislature.

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 8 of the Legislature.

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 6 of the Legislature.

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 6 of the Legislature.

KDCR News Director John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 5 of the Legislature.

John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 4 of the Legislature.

John Slegers interviews Iowa House District 04 Representative Skyler Wheeler after Week 3 of the Legislature.

When Andrea Phillips, who was then Vice Chair of the Iowa Democratic Party, started a book club to encourage her fellow Iowans to read the books written by the 2020 Democratic party Presidential candidates, my wife Carol and I heard Andrea interviewed on MSNBC. Andrea said that Iowa Democrats take their role in vetting the presidential candidates seriously, and that she hoped the book club would help voters know the candidates better so that people can make a good decision on caucus night, which is on February 3. Andrea decided to launch the 2020 Book Club and to put up a 2020 Book Club Facebook page so that Iowans, and others as well, could have a forum to discuss the books written by all of the Democratic presidential candidates. After hearing the interview, I immediately thought that we should do a podcast discussion of the books authored by the candidates and I tracked down Andrea on FaceBook. Andrea is now busy full time seeking the Iowa House District 37 seat, but we were really fortunate to have the opportunity to have a discussion with Kendra Dodson Breitsprecher, the owner and editor of the Dayton Leader newspaper in Dayton, Iowa, a small town located in the middle of the state. Kendra is also a charter member of the 2020 Book Club.

 Iowa Starting Line Podcast episode #2 begins with host Pat Rynard & guests Iowa House District 13 Representative Chris Hall of Sioux City & Iowa Citizen […] The post Ep2: Representative Chris Hall, Iowa Citizen Action Network’s Sue Dinsdale & HD 6 Candidate Rita DeJong appeared first on Iowa Starting Line.

Simon interviews Libertarian candidate for Iowa House District 22, Brian Holder.

Jim Carley wants to go to the Iowa House District 30.   Politicizing a food pantry?  And what's green about bike lanes?  Editor's Note:     "Dear Jan,  I am the Director of the Knoxville Food Pantry.  I want you do know that our board of directors does not endorse anyone running political office.  A a volunteer on duty distributing food to families here was asked if the Democratic Party could inform people concerning pre-registration to vote, and the volunteer gave them permission to do that.  Helping Hands does NOT endorse ANY political candidate for ANY political office.  Thank you."    Signed  Robert C. Smith

Tawan Perry...College Sense...stuff you and your college bound kids need to know.  Greg Heartsill want the Iowa House District 28 seat...issues.    Rep Julian Garrett introduces and Iowa version of E-Verify.   Spirited.   Roy Beck assesses Republican candidates on immigration issue.

Dan's guests are the candidates for Iowa House District 80, incumbent Rep. Nathan Reichert ( http://www.nathanreichert.com ) and challenger Bob Howard, a Muscatine City Council member ( http://www.robertehoward.us ). Their conversation reveals agreement on supporting local "heritage tourism" and transportation infrastructure. Differences emerge as Nathan answers a radio-ad charge--not authorized by Bob--that he spent tax dollars for a "Train to Nowhere."