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Poll shows Chris Jones "within striking distance" of Mike Naig
Chris Jones (left) and Mike Naig in photos first published on their Facebook pages
This original reporting and analysis first appeared at Bleeding Heartland and is shared here as part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative. For regular emails l...
Emerson poll, new ads, data centers and health care in the campaigns
Screenshots from TV ads for Democratic candidates Rob Sand, Christina Bohannan, and Sarah Trone Garriott
It’s going to be a big week for 2026 candidate appearances. This afternoon I’m heading to a couple of Rob Sand town halls. The Iowa De...
Looking beyond the toplines: Emerson's latest Iowa poll
Top photos of Rob Sand and Ashley Hinson were first published on their campaign Facebook pages in June 2026 and November 2024
This original reporting and analysis first appeared at Bleeding Heartland and is shared here as part of the Iowa...
Health care shaping up as central issue in IA-01 campaign
Screenshots from opening 2026 campaign ads for Christina Bohannan and Mariannette Miller-Meeks
This original reporting and analysis first appeared at Bleeding Heartland and is shared here as part of the Iowa Writers Collaborative. For regu...
Election-related court cases, legislative targets, another school book ban challenge
Polk County Courthouse (photo by Nicola Patterson/Shutterstock)
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Covering Iowa politics at Bleeding Heartland since 2007, on "KHOI's Capitol Week" since 2021, and on Substack since 2022.
Political scientist at the University of Denver. Author of multiple books on political parties and contributor to blogs, newspapers, etc.
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