BOONE, Iowa—The Boone County Democratic Party Central Committee hosted the 2nd Annual “Picnic for the People” Saturday at the McHose Park Shelter House in Boone. A year ago, the event was held as an alternative to Senator Joni Ernst’s Roast and Ride at the Central Iowa Expo site east of Boone. A year ago, there were quite a few Democrats testing the waters about a run for Governor. That field has now narrowed to five and three of the five returned to Boone Saturday. Dr. Andy McGuire, John Norris and Ross Wilburn spoke to attendees about getting out to vote and of course about supporting their campaign.
The three candidates promoted their campaigns for the Democratic nomination in the 4th Congressional District, including Leann Jacobsen, Dr. John Paschen and J.D. Scholten.
Two candidates are vying for the nod to represent the party on the ballot in the race for Secretary of State. Deidre DeJear talked her business experience and concern about voter turnout. Jim Mowrer pushed for support of his efforts to improve voter participation.
Unopposed candidates also spoke to the gathering including, Tim Gannon, the Democratic candidate for Secretary of Agriculture, David Weaver, Democratic candidate in House District 47, Tim Winter in House District 48. At the local level, speakers included Supervisor candidate Steve Duffy, Treasurer candidate Kris Ann Hickle and Recorder candidate Chris Duncan.
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