Iowa GOP Chairman Kaufmann's Statement on 1-Year Mark Until Caucuses

Iowa GOP Chairman Kaufmann's Statement on 1-Year Mark Until Caucuses

DES MOINES - The Iowa caucuses are scheduled to take place one year from tomorrow on Feb. 1, 2016.

Statement from Chairman Jeff Kaufmann: "I am extremely encouraged by the quality, talent, and vision of the Republicans considering presidential campaigns. I expect a vibrant and substantial debate over the next year, which will help decide our next party leader. I urge each candidate to spend as much time as they can in Iowa, get to know voters, and let them get to know you. We’re a friendly and open state, and all we ask is that you come prepared with a compelling vision for the future."

Statement from Co-Chair Cody Hoefert: “I am struck by the vast difference between the Republican and Democratic candidates. Republicans have a vibrant field of candidates with diverse strengths and backgrounds. The Democrats have only one real candidate and she has been a Washington insider for nearly three decades. Republicans will hold a healthy and exciting debate and I'm so proud that Iowa will again lead the way."