Democrat Julie Stauch says she's running "for all Iowans" in her campaign for governor.

Stauch said she would be a problem solver for Iowans as governor, focusing her campaign on boosting public schools, clean water and health care policies and the "abuse of eminent domain" in Iowa.

After working backstage to organize several state and federal political campaigns, Democrat Julie Stauch is launching her own bid: for Iowa governor.

Stauch's announcement sets up a likely primary against State Auditor Rob Sand, the first major Democrat to announce a run. Her 2026 election bid also comes after a handful of Iowa Republicans have entered or expressed interest in the race, following Gov. Kim Reynolds ' surprise announcement that she isn't seeking reelection.

Stauch, 68, said she's promis

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