Dubuque County Democrats

09/01/2026

Make sure you have a voting plan! If you're voting absentee, allow extra time to return your ballot.

A whistleblower says the U.S. Postal Service is rushing out an online system for President Trump's push to restrict mail voting that could "derail" the midterm election if courts allow it to proceed.

09/01/2026

September 8th is approaching! Make sure to vote YES on PPEL!

For this special election, voters in the School District can vote at any of the vote centers. Each vote center is open from 7 am to 8 pm.

08/31/2026

Come march with us in the Labor Day Parade! Join candidates and your fellow Dubuque County Democrats to march in the Labor Day Parade to support local labor unions.
Monday, September 7, 2026
Sign up and additional information here: https://dbqdems.org/form/2026-labor-day-parade

08/29/2026

Ann Sweeney is running for Dubuque County Recorder to continue serving the residents who rely on the office during some of life’s most important moments.

From vital records and marriage licenses to property documents and vehicle registrations, Ann believes county services should be accurate, accessible, and dependable.

Hear why she’s running. ▶️



Learn more about all the candidates at https://dbqdems.org/candidates

08/29/2026

Feel like getting some exercise today while supporting awesome people?

The local candidates are canvassing this Saturday out of the Carpenters Union building at 1638 Central from 1 to 3 PM!

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

Back-to-school season raises a bigger question: What kind of education system are we building for Iowa’s future?

Get the straightforward explanation: https://dbqdems.org/blog/explainer-whats-the-deal-with-school-vouchers

Our latest explainer examines how Iowa’s expanding school-voucher program works, where the money goes, and why educators, families, and communities are concerned.

It's an especially important conversation as Dubuque voters prepare to choose a school-board member and decide the future of PPEL on September 8.

08/26/2026

We already knew that Lindsay James was a wonderful friend, neighbor, candidate, and all around human being, but the energy at her annual corn boil this past weekend certainly proved it! Special thanks to the guest speakers Representative Dave Loebsack and Senator Tom Harkin for adding to a wonderful event.

08/26/2026

Carolyn Wiezorek has spent her career helping people learn, grow, and find their voices.

Now, the lifelong educator is running for Iowa House District 65 to strengthen public schools, protect Iowans’ rights, and bring transparent, constituent-centered leadership to the Statehouse.

Hear why Carolyn is stepping forward to serve.



Learn more about all the candidates at https://dbqdems.org/candidates