A Leader People Trust
Though politics was never an ambition for Jim, he now feels a deep sense of urgency. He can no longer stand on the sidelines. He is stepping forward—not out of personal ambition, but from a belief that Iowa can and must do better. The state’s motto, “Foundation in Education,” proudly appeared on the Iowa quarter in 2004. Yet after a decade of partisan control and shortsighted policy, that foundation is crumbling. Jim believes it’s time to rebuild.
He has great faith in Iowa’s small towns and rural communities. He knows their value, their work ethic, and their potential. He hears the frustration of rural Iowans who feel left behind, and he shares their determination to protect what makes these communities strong. Keeping rural schools and towns viable is not just a goal—it’s a necessity.