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Welcome to the Iowa state page! Here, Iowa organizers can access and document ongoing projects, current leadership positions, upcoming races, and other important information. This list is non-exhaustive, and state teams are encouraged to expand and adapt these pages to their organizing needs.
Welcome to the Iowa state page! Here, Iowa organizers can access and document ongoing projects, current leadership positions, upcoming races, and other important information. This list is non-exhaustive, and state teams are encouraged to expand and adapt these pages to their organizing needs.


== Voting Information ==
== Political Landscape of Iowa==
Eligible to Vote:
=== Partisan Composition of Iowa===
Overall, Iowa is considered a red state, with a [https://www.cookpolitical.com/cook-pvi/2022-partisan-voting-index/state-map-and-list Cook PVI] of R+6 as of 2022, regularly voting 50-55% Republican in statewide races. Their US Senators, all four US House representatives and governor are Republican. Republicans also have majorities in the state house (64-36) and state senate (34-16) as of 2/8/24, giving them a trifecta.
===Progressive Outlook for Iowa===
The overall progressive strategy for Iowa is troubled. It will likely be red for a while, and there are no citizen-led ballot initiatives allowed, but three of their four US House seats are flippable in 2024 and Rob Sand (D) still holds statewide office as auditor, so Democrat victories aren't impossible. The progressive priority here should be on forming a strong opposition and blunting the Republican legislature in order to make Iowa back into a swing state. As Iowa is an open primary state, be sure to take a ballot from the party of whom you wish to meddle. 
==Get Involved==
===Register to Vote in Iowa===
[[Iowa/Voting]]
===Progressive Organizations in Iowa ===
Below is a list of progressive organizations in Iowa. If you see a state organization that isn't on this list, please add it.


* Must be at least 17 years old.
* '''[https://iowademocrats.org/ Iowa Democrats:]''' As Iowa is a red state, the state Democrat party will form the basis for any progressive or liberal organizing efforts. They're worth organizing with.  
* Must be a United States Citizen.
* Must be an Iowa Resident.
* Cannot be a convicted felon (unless your voting rights have been restored by the Governor, including through Executive Order, after a felony conviction—for more information visit RestoreYourVote.Iowa.Gov).
* Cannot be judged mentally incompetent by a court of law.
* Cannot claim the right to vote in any other place.


ID Requirements
===Notable Campaigns in 2024===
Below is a list of progressive candidates or ballot measures in the 2024 election cycle for Iowa. Non-progressive candidates may also be placed here if they are substantially to the left of their district's partisan lean and worth campaigning for. If you see a candidate or ballot measure that should be on this list, please add them.


* Iowa Driver’s License (not expired more than 90 days)
'''November 5th General Elections'''
* Iowa Non-Operator ID (not expired more than 90 days)
* U.S. Passport (not expired)
* U.S. Military ID or Veteran ID (not expired)
* Iowa Voter Identification Card (must be signed)
* Tribal ID Card/Document (must be signed, with photo, not expired


.
Three out of four of Iowa's US House seats are flippable (R+2-6) for 2024, so if you live in Iowa, you're very likely to be able to contribute to flipping the house!


Completed voter registrations may be mailed to your county auditor and must be received by 5:00 p.m. CT or postmarked fifteen days prior to the election. Registrations submitted online must be completed at or before 11:59 p.m. CT fifteen days prior to the election.
*'''[https://www.bohannanforcongress.com/ Christina Bohannan for IA-1:]''' Incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) will face off against Bohannan and this is a prime chance to flip this seat in 2024. If you live around southeast Iowa, she could use your support!
* '''[https://www.corkeryforcongress.com/ Sarah Corkey for IA-2:]''' Incumbent Ashley Hinson (R) will face off against Corkey and this is a prime chance to flip this seat in 2024. If you live near northeast Iowa, she could use your support!
* [https://lanonbaccam.com/ '''Lanon Baccam for IA-3''':] This is the closest house seat by far. Incumbent Zach Nunn (R) will face off against Baccam and this is a prime chance to flip this seat in 2024. If you're near southern/southwest/center Iowa, he could use your support!


When pre-registering to vote at your county auditor’s office or by mail, you’ll need either your driver’s license, non-operator ID, or to know the last four digits of your Social Security Number.
===Run for Local Office===
 
An underrated way to impact change is to run for a local position! Please feel free to add information on doing so below.
When pre-registering to vote online, you’ll need either your driver’s license or non-operator ID, and the last FIVE digits of your Social Security Number.
 
In-person absentee voting is available beginning 20 days prior to the election and runs up to 5 p.m. the day prior to the election. You can vote in your county auditor’s office or at an appropriate satellite location, if available.
 
Absentee Voting
 
In order to receive an absentee ballot, a registered voter MUST provide the following necessary information:
 
* Name
* Date of Birth
 
* Iowa Residential Address
* Voter Verification Number (ID Number)
** Iowa Driver’s License or Non-Operator ID Number OR
** Four-digit Voter PIN located on the voter’s Iowa Voter ID Card
** Any voter may request an Iowa Voter ID Card by contacting their County Auditor’s Office
* The name OR date of the election for which you are requesting an absentee ballot
* Party affiliation – only required for Primary Elections, which are held in even-numbered years
* Signature and date the form was completed
 
Election officials are required to ask voters registered in the county to show one of the valid forms of identification:
 
* Iowa Driver’s License (not expired more than 90 days)
* Iowa Non-Operator ID (not expired more than 90 days)
* U.S. Passport (not expired)
* U.S. Military ID or Veteran ID (not expired)
* Iowa Voter Identification Card (must be signed)
* Tribal ID Card/Document (must be signed, with photo, not expired)
 
An Iowa Voter Identification Card is provided automatically by the county auditor to each voter who does not have either an Iowa driver’s license or non-operator ID. Any voter may request an Iowa Voter ID Card by contacting their county auditor’s office.
 
A voter without one of the above forms of ID may have the voter’s identity attested to by another registered voter in the precinct or may prove identity and residence using Election Day Registration documents.
 
After receiving your request form, the county auditor will mail you a ballot.
 
Ballots are mailed no sooner than 20 days before Election Day. Please allow several days for delivery before contacting your county auditor for a replacement or presenting in person to vote a replacement ballot.
 
Your ballot will arrive with instructions on how to mark the ballot as well as how to return the ballot.
 
Mark your ballot, and then follow the instructions included with your ballot to return it in the postage-paid return envelope. It is vital that you utilize the return envelope supplied by the county auditor.
 
You can:
 
* Mail your ballot so that is received by 8:00 p.m. CT on Election Day.
* Hand deliver your ballot to your county auditor by 8:00 p.m. CT on Election Day.
* You may designate someone to return your ballot under one of the following circumstances:
** The designee is an immediate family member.
** The designee is a member of your household.
** You are disabled and you have designated someone to return your ballot.
 
Directions and rules for designating someone to return your ballot are included in the official instructions included with your mailed ballot.
 
* Surrender your absentee ballot at your precinct polling place on Election Day and vote a regular ballot.
* Vote a provisional ballot at the polls on Election Day if you cannot surrender your voted absentee ballot. Voted absentee ballots cannot be delivered to the polling place on Election Day
 
Early Voting
 
The early voting period begins 20 days before Election Day. You can vote at your County Auditor's office during business hours Monday-Friday. Additionally, county auditor offices are open the Saturday before Election Day. For more information, contact your County Auditor.
 
You will need to fill out the Absentee Ballot Request Form used in Iowa for In-Person Absentee “Early” voting. Note: Using a label printed from the check-in tablet is no longer a valid method of completing the form.
 
You are required to show an ID when voting early in person. You can find more information on acceptable forms of ID, here.
 
Polls are open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm
 
== Political landscape in Iowa ==
 
=== The Iowa Democratic party ===
 
=== non-IDP progressive organizations ===
 
=== Right-wing politics in Iowa ===
 
==== Religious extremism in Iowa ====
 
==== Iowa The Swine republic ====


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Latest revision as of 00:04, 29 August 2024

Welcome to the Iowa state page! Here, Iowa organizers can access and document ongoing projects, current leadership positions, upcoming races, and other important information. This list is non-exhaustive, and state teams are encouraged to expand and adapt these pages to their organizing needs.

Political Landscape of Iowa

Partisan Composition of Iowa

Overall, Iowa is considered a red state, with a Cook PVI of R+6 as of 2022, regularly voting 50-55% Republican in statewide races. Their US Senators, all four US House representatives and governor are Republican. Republicans also have majorities in the state house (64-36) and state senate (34-16) as of 2/8/24, giving them a trifecta.

Progressive Outlook for Iowa

The overall progressive strategy for Iowa is troubled. It will likely be red for a while, and there are no citizen-led ballot initiatives allowed, but three of their four US House seats are flippable in 2024 and Rob Sand (D) still holds statewide office as auditor, so Democrat victories aren't impossible. The progressive priority here should be on forming a strong opposition and blunting the Republican legislature in order to make Iowa back into a swing state. As Iowa is an open primary state, be sure to take a ballot from the party of whom you wish to meddle.

Get Involved

Register to Vote in Iowa

Iowa/Voting

Progressive Organizations in Iowa

Below is a list of progressive organizations in Iowa. If you see a state organization that isn't on this list, please add it.

  • Iowa Democrats: As Iowa is a red state, the state Democrat party will form the basis for any progressive or liberal organizing efforts. They're worth organizing with.

Notable Campaigns in 2024

Below is a list of progressive candidates or ballot measures in the 2024 election cycle for Iowa. Non-progressive candidates may also be placed here if they are substantially to the left of their district's partisan lean and worth campaigning for. If you see a candidate or ballot measure that should be on this list, please add them.

November 5th General Elections

Three out of four of Iowa's US House seats are flippable (R+2-6) for 2024, so if you live in Iowa, you're very likely to be able to contribute to flipping the house!

  • Christina Bohannan for IA-1: Incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R) will face off against Bohannan and this is a prime chance to flip this seat in 2024. If you live around southeast Iowa, she could use your support!
  • Sarah Corkey for IA-2: Incumbent Ashley Hinson (R) will face off against Corkey and this is a prime chance to flip this seat in 2024. If you live near northeast Iowa, she could use your support!
  • Lanon Baccam for IA-3: This is the closest house seat by far. Incumbent Zach Nunn (R) will face off against Baccam and this is a prime chance to flip this seat in 2024. If you're near southern/southwest/center Iowa, he could use your support!

Run for Local Office

An underrated way to impact change is to run for a local position! Please feel free to add information on doing so below.

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