‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?
Rob Sand is running for governor of Iowa, aiming to lead a Democratic resurgence in a state dominated by Republicans. With Trump's approval ratings declining and economic issues rising, Democrats see an opportunity to reclaim key offices. Sand's candidacy is viewed as a potential breakthrough for the party in the upcoming midterm elections.
- ▪Rob Sand is the last Democrat holding statewide-elected office in Iowa.
- ▪Democrats believe they have a chance to win three of Iowa's US House seats this year.
- ▪The Cook Political Report shifted Iowa's gubernatorial election rating from 'leans Republican' to 'toss up'.
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Rob Sand is running to lead a state that Republicans have come to dominate under Donald Trump. Photograph: Charlie Neibergall/APView image in fullscreenRob Sand is running to lead a state that Republicans have come to dominate under Donald Trump. Photograph: Charlie Neibergall/APIowa‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?As Trump’s approval ratings dip and gas prices rise, Democrats see an opening with Rob SandChris Stein in Iowa City, IowaMon 1 Jun 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Mon 1 Jun 2026 06.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleRob Sand, the best-known Democrat in Iowa, appears on podcasts to discuss his love of hunting, begins rallies by having the audience sing America the Beautiful and has a tendency to criticize the…
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