Labor leader recalls union vote sway in 2016 Cedar Rapids
Althea Cole recalls staffing a Republican campaign office in Cedar Rapids in October 2016. A union member asked for a Trump sign. a union rep blocked the idea citing endorsements for Hillary. The anecdote illustrates Trump securing a notable share of labor voters despite unions' endorsements.
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Immigration dominates looming election framing across parties
The piece surveys rising immigration tension as a political issue with both major parties pushing to appear stricter on border control. It notes Iowa's recent legislative focus and a legal challenge led by Attorney General Brenna Bird, while outlining broader concerns about identity, resources, crime, and global extraction pressures shaping public opinion.
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Money dynamics in Iowa 1st District race rematch
In southeast Iowa the 1st District contest features Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Democrat Christina Bohannan. Bohannan has raised about $3.4 million, Miller-Meeks similar. both report more than $2 million left. Outside spending is light this cycle.
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