Some high profile political activities from the two major political parties In Iowa took place over the weekend, as officials point forward to the November general election.
The Iowa Republican Party’s annual summer Lincoln Dinner fundraiser took place in Des Moines, with soon-to-retire Governor Kim Reynolds getting special honors.
The Republican nominees for a U.S. Senate seat, Ashley Hinson, and governor, Zach Lahn, had an opportunity to speak to some of the most devoted party regulars about key issues of concern.
Lahn got a standing ovation, about six weeks after winning a close primary election, where he bested Northwest Iowa Congressman Randy Feenstra.
Reynolds has been governor since 2017 and said serving in that role has been a challenge she has enjoyed.
Additionally, former U.S, transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg said Iowa Democrats need to welcome people from outside the party before the November election.
Buttigieg, the winner of the 2020 Iowa Democratic caucuses, spoke in Altoona to endorse gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand and other Democrats ahead of the election.
Buttigieg said Democrats need to offer a vision of systemic reforms, not a return to the status quo. He says Midwesterners are well positioned to see the day-to-day impacts of politics and what needs to change.
“What I felt then, what I feel now, and what I believe we all feel in our bones is why, in a few short months, come election day, Democratic victories in Iowa will defy assumptions around the country and challenge the rest of the country to follow your lead,” he said. 17 SECS
Buttigieg has made a series of appearances around the country in support of Democratic candidates. His stop in Altoona also prompted speculation of a presidential run in 2028.
