PROTECT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Iowa has long taken pride in strong public education, from K-12 to community colleges and Regents universities, yet recent funding increases of 1–1.5% have failed to meet growing needs. Schools require at least 4–5% annual increases to address pandemic impacts and fairly compensate educators. With state budget surpluses available, fully funding public education is essential to attract families and help every child succeed.  READ MORE >>

AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE

Childcare is a complex issue affecting early education, workforce participation, and economic stability. When families can’t access or afford care, they can’t work, and providers struggle to raise wages due to thin margins. The pandemic highlighted that affordable, quality childcare is a societal necessity — not a luxury — requiring coordinated local, state, and federal solutions. Iowa families, especially working Moms, need help. LEARN MORE >>

STRENGTHEN PUBLIC HEALTHCARE

The pandemic exposed both the dedication of public health professionals and the political obstacles that have hindered their work. Focused on prevention, education, and community well-being, they play a vital role in protecting residents every day. As future health emergencies are inevitable, we must recognize and strengthen public health as essential community infrastructure. HERE'S HOW >>

WOMEN'S RIGHTS

It’s pretty basic. Women and all persons must have agency over their lives and their bodies. No one should be “in” the doctor’s office with us, we make our own decisions with those who matter to us – and sometimes on our own. We must codify the rights of women to control their own bodies into law. LEARN MORE >>

ADDRESS IOWA'S WORKFORCE CRISIS

We have a workforce crisis. That is the case across much of the country, but it impacts Iowa particularly hard because of our ageing population, as well as the number of people, mostly women, who have – at least temporarily – dropped out of the workforce because of childcare-related issues. Iowa needs to address this issue and allow our workers the right to organize. READ MORE >>

LOCAL MUNICIPAL CONTROL

Iowa’s 1968 Home Rule Amendment empowered cities to govern local affairs through elected councils. Recently, however, state lawmakers have overridden locally passed ordinances and limited school board authority, undermining local control. Protecting home rule means respecting community decision-making and preventing state interference driven by narrow political agendas. LEARN MORE >>

LEGALIZE MARIJUANA

Iowa has fallen behind as other states legalize medical and recreational marijuana, capturing revenue while we enforce outdated laws. Low-THC limits and criminal penalties—often disproportionately affecting people of color—reflect a failed prohibition approach. It’s time to modernize policy, end unnecessary incarceration, and allow Iowa to benefit economically and socially. LEARN MORE >>