Iowa Democrats had their best election night in years. Chair Rita Hart calls the results a “cry for help” from voters who want both parties to work together.
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2026 Election News
- Gov. Kim Reynolds congratulates Governor-elect Rob Sand
- What’s next for Iowa Democrats after their biggest election night in years?
- Unofficial results show Republican State Treasurer Roby Smith leading in the race, with all precincts reporting
- Iowans voted in favor of passing Amendment 1, according to unofficial results
- Cedar Rapids voters approve $60M bond for fire station upgrades
- Eastern Iowa voters approve Kirkwood Community College’s $88M bond
- Nearly $70M Spirit Lake school bond fails to gain voters’ support
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