The Iowa Governor Wears Prada. The Legislature Wears the Pants
Summary
Iowa Governor-elect Rob Sand, a Democrat and former state auditor, won the Nov. 3 election, ending a 20-year stretch without a Democratic governor in Iowa. Republicans still control both chambers of the state legislature, leaving Sand to pursue his campaign priorities through negotiations with lawmakers from the opposing party.Key Facts
- Sand is 44 years old.
- Before entering politics, Sand modeled in Milan and Paris, including on runways for Prada.
- Sand campaigned on affordability, public education, government accountability and cooperation across party lines.
- Republicans control both chambers of Iowa's legislature.
- Iowa Republican Party Chairman Jeff Kaufmann described the party's legislative majorities as a "red wall."
- As governor, Sand will have executive authority and the power to veto legislation.
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