‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?
Summary
Rob Sand, a Democrat known for his pro-hunting views and patriotic rallies, is running for governor in Iowa, a state dominated by Republicans since 2011. Democrats see this election as a key chance to win back important offices in Iowa and potentially take control of the US House and Senate in the upcoming midterms.Key Facts
- Rob Sand is Iowa’s current state auditor and the last Democrat holding statewide office there.
- Sand is running unopposed for the Democratic nomination for Iowa governor.
- Republicans have controlled Iowa’s governor’s office since 2011 and both US Senate seats since 2015.
- Democrats hope to win three US House seats in Iowa and the open US Senate seat being vacated by Republican Joni Ernst.
- Gas prices are high, and President Trump’s approval rating is low in Iowa, which could help Democrats.
- The Cook Political Report changed Iowa’s governor race from “leans Republican” to “toss up” recently.
- Republicans are preparing for tough races and plan to spend $29 million in Iowa to defend Senate seats.
- Iowa played a key role in past Democratic successes, such as Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential win.
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