Ramirez sworn in as youngest Iowa House member from Cedar Rapids
Angel Ramirez, 25, a Cedar Rapids nonprofit leader and community organizer, sworn in to represent southeast Cedar Rapids in the Iowa House District 78 after winning the special election with 79 percent of the vote. She proclaims being the first Latina in the legislature and aims to open space for more diverse voices.
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Ramirez sworn in as first Latina Iowa Legislature member
Angel Ramirez, co founder of Our Future and president of Advocates for Social Justice, was sworn into the Iowa Legislature amid pride and frustration. She advocates human centered public education and restorative justice, plans to support young and Latina voices, and emphasized representing a community seeking change. Ramirez noted the milestone, tattooed the slogan Your fight is my fight, and said she will push for safer, more accessible, inclusive policies as she navigates a rapid legislative start.
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Feenstra explores run for Iowa governor after Reynolds exit
U S Representative Randy Feenstra declares intent to explore a 2026 gubernatorial bid after Governor Reynolds said she would not seek re election. Feenstra notes encouragement from Iowans and ties to his 4th District tenure while competing Republicans weigh formal runs.
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