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Hinson versus Corkery in Iowa’s second congressional district

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June 4th, 2024 by Ric Hanson

(Radio Iowa) – No surprise in results from Iowa’s second congressional district, as there was only one candidate in each party’s primary. Sarah Corkery, a small business owner from Cedar Falls, is the Democrat who’ll challenge Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson’s bid for a third term in the U-S House. Corkery, a breast cancer survivor, says voters are concerned about Iowa’s high cancer rate. “We need to work together to find solutions,” Corkey says, “to be sure we can make Iowa a safe place for everyone.” Corkery says there’s another important topic voters bring up regularly.

“First and foremost, women’s health rights,” Corkery says. “I believe women should be empowered to make those kinds of decisions, including abortion health care.” During a speech last weekend at a fundraiser for Senator Ernst, Hinson said life should be defended at every stage. “They want to codify Roe v Wade. I think we need to stand up for life,” Hinson said. “…We’re also going to continue to fight to keep biological men out of girls’ sports.” Hinson says the Republican majority in the U-S House will be a firewall against the Biden Administration until voters have a say in the 2024 election.

“This is about course correction,” Hinson said. “…The future of America is on the ballot.” As of June 1st, Republicans had a nearly 19-thousand edge in active registered voters in the second congressional district compared to Democrats.