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A conversation with Democratic candidate for Iowa's 4th Congressional District Dave Dawson

Iowa Public Radio | By Ben Kieffer,
Neve Kelley
Published October 30, 2026 at 12:05 PM CDT
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Dave Dawson poses for a photo outside Alfs Downtown Library in Sioux City, one of the locations where he announced his candidancy for U.S. Congress.

Ben Kieffer talks with Dave Dawson, the Democrat running in Iowa’s 4th District. Dawson is running against Siouxland Chamber of Commerce president Chris McGowan, a seat currently held by Rep. Randy Feenstra. The two talk about running as a Democrat in a red district, rural healthcare, the war in Iran and other key issues.

This conversation aired Aug. 31, 2026.
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Ben Kieffer
Ben Kieffer is the host of "River to River." Since 2007, Kieffer has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Kieffer has a bachelor's degree from the University of Iowa.
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Neve Kelley
Neve Kelley is IPR's talk show production assistant. She recently graduated from Oberlin College, where she studied English, environmental studies, writing and communication. She is originally from Peoria, Illinois. She uses her passion for community-centered storytelling to showcase the people, culture and arts that shape Iowa. Some of her favorite things to do in Iowa include going to shows at Codfish Hollow and the Englert, visiting different coffee shops and taking yoga classes.
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