Iowa Senate candidates zero in on cancer crisis as key race tightens
Summary
Candidates for Iowa’s open U.S. Senate seat are focusing on the state’s high cancer rates during their campaigns. Democrat Josh Turek and Republican Ashley Hinson are competing for the seat of retiring Senator Joni Ernst in a close race.Key Facts
- Iowa has a high number of cancer cases compared to other states.
- The Senate race is for the seat being vacated by Senator Joni Ernst.
- Democrat Josh Turek is a state legislator running for the Senate seat.
- Republican Ashley Hinson is a current member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
- The competition between Turek and Hinson is tighter than expected.
- Both candidates are making cancer and healthcare important topics in the campaign.
- Cancer crisis concerns are resonating with voters in Iowa.
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