Pottawattamie County Democratic Party

Pottawattamie County Democratic Party https://www.iapottcodems.org/2026-candidates.html

We are the Pottawattamie County Democrats. We meet on the third Tuesday of the month!

Find more information on our 2026 Candidates at our website, and be sure to vote on or before November 3rd! Please message us for time and location or check our website. We are proud of our Democratic Party as the party of our nation's heritage, accomplishments, and diversities. Our American spirit is a beacon to people struggling for their rights throughout the world. No part of that heritage is

more valuable than our beliefs in the inclusion of ALL and commitment to ALL, with recognition of the rights and worth of each individual. We, the People of the Democratic Party of Iowa, affirm the following:

We support a strong separation of church and state as envisioned by our founding fathers and incorporated in the constitution of the United States. We supported our military and veterans in war and peace. We support them now and honor their service. We condemn all forms of discrimination. Whenever the rights of any citizens are threatened, the rights of all are endangered. We take seriously the obligation to preserve, protect, and secure basic constitutional and civil rights. We supported the working people of this country when they were exploited. We support them now for their right to organize, to achieve decent wages with health and retirement benefits and a safe workplace. We supported families in their pursuit of well-being. We support them now in their desire to become healthy, educated, and contributing citizens. We support the freedom to plan their family. We supported the elderly when they were forgotten. We support them now in their need for dignity, income and healthcare security. We supported independent farmers and small businesses when they faced hard times. We support them now in their pursuit of prosperity and economic security. We supported parents, students, and educators to make education a top priority. We support them now in their quest to achieve high standards. We support free and open access to knowledge and information. We oppose attempts to distort science or health education. We supported the people of the earth in working for a clean environment. We support them now to achieve a responsible, prosperous and sustainable existence with nature. We supported people all over the world demanding freedom, justice, and opportunity. We support them now, applauding their peaceful progress. We believe that our foreign policy should be one of genuine cooperation in global solutions for international problems. We endorse efforts to defend the equality of rights for all persons. We support an individual's right to privacy and adequate legal representation. We look forward to the day when all borders are open to the free exchange of ideas, people, and goods. We recognize that we will not get everything we want. Compromise is necessary when important values conflict and priorities of different people are not the same. But we will not be bullied into caving on vital issues. We believe in and will continue to work for a truly representative government that works for the good of ALL people in a compassionate, responsible and progressive way that works to achieve peace, prosperity, and a national outlook of confidence and hope.

*Iowa Democratic Party Platform, Statement of Principles*

Want to protect every vote in Iowa this election? We need observers across our state to ensure complete transparency at ...
08/18/2026

Want to protect every vote in Iowa this election? We need observers across our state to ensure complete transparency at the polls. Become a Democratic Poll Observer!

​You don’t need legal expertise or political experience—just a sharp eye and a dedication to making sure every eligible voter in our community can cast their ballot fairly and smoothly.

​- Quick virtual training with Iowa Forward so you know your rights and what to look for
- Half or full day shifts on Election Day or early voting days

Are you interested in protecting Iowa voters this fall? Join us as a Democratic Poll Observer for the general election! Poll Observers are the eyes and the ears of our team on the ground during Early Voting (beginning October 14) and on Election Day (November 3). Their presence is critical to show o...

As a local educator, Benjamin Schauer for Iowa brings real policy knowledge, a clear plan for our schools and communitie...
08/11/2026

As a local educator, Benjamin Schauer for Iowa brings real policy knowledge, a clear plan for our schools and communities, and a genuine heart for public service to everything he does. He listens to our neighbors, understands Iowa policy inside and out, and is ready to fight for us in Des Moines.

​If you've been looking for a way to make a real difference in SW Iowa, this is it! Direct conversations at the door win elections—and doing it alongside Benjamin is a blast!

​Never canvassed before? No worries at all! Whether you’re a seasoned door-knocker, or brand new, there’s a place for you on this team!

​Join Benjamin for one (or both!) of these upcoming canvasses:

📍 Council Bluffs: Sunday, August 16th @ 12:00 PM (100 W Broadway)

📍 Missouri Valley: Tuesday, August 18th @ 5:00 PM (400 E Erie St)

FREE POPSICLES, BOOKS & BICYCLE DRAWING! 🍦📚🚲Join Eric Armstrong for Iowa House District 20, Shawna for Supervisor and Be...
08/07/2026

FREE POPSICLES, BOOKS & BICYCLE DRAWING! 🍦📚🚲

Join Eric Armstrong for Iowa House District 20, Shawna for Supervisor and Benjamin Schauer for Iowa for a Back to School Rally on Tuesday, August 11th!

We’re coming together to support our local students, public schools, educators, and families with fun giveaways and inspiring speakers.

​We have TWO locations and times so you can pick the one closest to you:
📍4:00 PM – Carter Lake Community Center
📍6:00 PM – Valley View Park Shelter

What to expect:
🧊 Free popsicles for the kids!
📖 Free books to take home!
🚲 Entry into a free bicycle drawing!
🎤 Hear from education champions including Josh Brown (President, ISEA), Linda Nelson (Retired Educator & Former IA State Rep), and Deb Schwiesow (School Psychologist)!

Bring your kids and let's kick off the school year strong!

👉 Hit SHARE to help spread the word to local families!

Clean water matters to all of us in Pottawattamie County and Iowa! ​Don't miss your chance to meet Chris Jones for Iowa ...
08/03/2026

Clean water matters to all of us in Pottawattamie County and Iowa!

​Don't miss your chance to meet Chris Jones for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture TOMORROW at Bayliss Park!

Come ask questions, share your vision for Iowa’s water, and connect with your neighbors.

​Tuesday, August 4th at 6:00 PM
Bayliss Park Council Bluffs
Bring your family & friends, and let's make our voices heard!

It doesn’t matter what your political beliefs are—according to a recent poll—82% of Iowa voters want to vote for a candi...
08/02/2026

It doesn’t matter what your political beliefs are—according to a recent poll—82% of Iowa voters want to vote for a candidate that makes protecting clean water a top priority.

For Chris Jones for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, clean water and public safety is priority Number ONE!

Join us at Bayliss Park Council Bluffs this Tuesday, August 4th from 6-8pm! Feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket!

From skyrocketing homelessness among seniors to overloaded healthcare workers, the challenges in Council Bluffs demand r...
07/31/2026

From skyrocketing homelessness among seniors to overloaded healthcare workers, the challenges in Council Bluffs demand real solutions. Thankful to see our candidates like Benjamin Larson for Iowa House District 19 taking time to listen directly to the folks on the front lines at Heartland Family Service!

Iowa has some of the richest soil in the world, but how much of the food Iowans eat do you think comes from OUTSIDE of t...
07/31/2026

Iowa has some of the richest soil in the world, but how much of the food Iowans eat do you think comes from OUTSIDE of the state?

A) 25%
B) 50%
C) 75%
D) 90%

Drop your answer in the comments below! Let’s see who gets it right! 👇

Parade, live music, vendor fair, and fireworks-Carter Lake Days is tomorrow! We’d love to have you walk in the parade w...
07/24/2026

Parade, live music, vendor fair, and fireworks-Carter Lake Days is tomorrow! We’d love to have you walk in the parade with us at 10:30 AM!

All the details you need are right here:

Don’t forget, the Carter Lake Days parade and festival is this Saturday!

Parade Start Time: 11:00 AM

The parade welcomes a wide variety of participants, including motorcycles, classic cars, churches, businesses, political floats, sports teams, and private organizations.

Parade Assembly Time: 10:30 AM. Sign up to walk in the parade with us: https://forms.gle/NGAzXBPpbmorQUbJ9

For those walking with us in the parade, entries gather on Avenue K (east of N. 13th Street); we will have our specific position a few days before the parade. For those driving into Carter Lake to participate, come by 10:30 and park at/near the Carter Lake City Hall, located at 950 Locust Street, Carter Lake, IA 51510.

Immediately following the parade, join us for a Festival, Kids Zone, and Vendor Fair.

Eric Armstrong, Iowa House District 20 Candidate, and Shawna Anderson, Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors Candidate, will have a Meet & Greet with Carter Lake Residents at our pavilion tent Carter Lake Iowa Ball Field, located at 1701 Avenue Q, Carter Lake from 1-5 PM.

Beer Garden: Opens at 1:00 PM for adults to enjoy beverages in a festive setting

Live Music: Scheduled to start at 4:00 PM, featuring local performers and entertainment

Fireworks: The celebration concludes with fireworks at 10:00 PM, providing a grand finale for the day

Want clean water and stronger local farming in Iowa?​Check out Chris Jones for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture and give hi...
07/22/2026

Want clean water and stronger local farming in Iowa?

​Check out Chris Jones for Iowa Secretary of Agriculture and give his page a follow! He’s taking on our state’s water quality challenges with real, common sense solutions.

​Save the Date: Pottawattamie County residents and Iowa neighbors, join us on August 4th to meet Chris in person, ask questions, and hear his vision for our local communities!

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