2016 Presidential Campaign Blog

Iowa Democratic Party Launches Commit to Caucus Digital Campaign One Week Before Iowa Caucuses

IDP Launches Commit to Caucus Digital Campaign One Week Before Iowa Caucuses

Commit to Caucus Campaign Includes New Caucus Video, Twitter Takeover and Webpage to Encourage Iowa Democrats to Caucus and Provide Essential Caucus Information
 
DES MOINES – With the Iowa caucuses just one week away, the Iowa Democratic Party today launched a new Commit to Caucus digital campaign to encourage Iowa Democrats to caucus on February 1 and provide them with essential information needed for caucus night.

Watch our new Commit to Caucus Video
“One week from today, Iowa Democrats will come together to kick off the presidential nominating process. Before Iowa Democrats head to their caucus locations on February 1, we want to make sure that everyone has the information they need to be ready to caucus. That’s why we’re proud today to launch our new Commit to Caucus digital campaign to spread the word that caucusing is easy, fun, and important. The IDP’s Commit to Caucus campaign is spread across multiple platforms and will empower Iowa Democrats with all the important information they need to know about caucusing. I look forward to a successful caucus night in one week!” – IDP Chair Dr. Andy McGuire
 
The Commit to Caucus digital campaign consists of the following:
 
New Caucus Video – The IDP today released a new web video in which actual Iowa Democrats explain how the Iowa Democratic caucuses work and detail key information Iowa Democrats need to know for caucus night.  
 
Watch our Commit to Caucus video “The Iowa Democratic Caucuses Explained by Actual Iowa Democrats” HERE
 
Caucus Twitter Takeover – On Wednesday, IDP Caucus Director Josie Bradley will takeover the Iowa Democrats’ twitter account (@iowademocrats) to talk about the Iowa Caucuses and outline the preparations that are underway for caucus night.
 
Be sure to follow @iowademocrats on Twitter all day Wednesday for the Caucus Twitter Takeover
 
Caucus Locator Tool – It’s easier now than ever before for Iowa Democrats to find their precinct caucus location! Our Caucus Locator Tool allows Iowa Democrats to find their caucus site – plus directions and a calendar reminder – simply by plugging in their home address.
 
Find Iowa Democratic Caucus Locations using the Caucus Locator Tool
 
Caucus Webpage – Earlier this month, the IDP launched a caucus webpage, complete with all the information Iowa Democrats need to know for caucus night. The webpage includes sections on How to Caucus, Where to Caucus, Background on the Caucuses, and details on our Expansion Efforts.
 
Check out the IDP’s Caucus Webpage: www.iowademocrats.org/caucus

Ted Cruz Cruzin' to Caucus Tour in Iowa on January 25, 2016 to February 1, 2016 *Updated

Ted Cruz Cruzin' to Caucus Tour in Iowa on January 25, 2016 to February 1, 2016

Join Senator Ted Cruz on his #CruzinToCaucus Tour across Iowa this week!  Ted is holding events in Maquoketa, Manchester, Independence, Osceola, Albia, Centerville, Bloomfield, Ottumwa, Fairfield, Keosauque, Des Moines, Ringsted, Fenton, Emmetsburg, Wilton, Wapello, Hubbard, Ames, Hamlin, Ida Grove, Sioux City, Iowa City, Davenport, Des Moines, Jefferson and Marion.
 
All across the country, conservatives are coalescing behind Ted, and just days from now, we have the chance to do something remarkable together. We can shock the political world with a victory for Ted in Iowa and begin the march to winning the Republican nomination and taking back the White House.
 
Monday - January 25

9:15am --Maquoketa Retail Stop
Jackson Fairgrounds
1212 E. Quarry Street
Maquoketa, IA 52060

2:00pm --Manchester Retail Stop
Fireside Pub & Steakhouse
205 S. 12th Street
Manchester, IA 52057
 Monday, January 25
 
3:30 p.m. – Independence, IA
Independence Retail Stop
Heartland Acres Agribition Center
2600 Swen Lake Boulevard
Independence, IA 50644
 
Tuesday, January 26
 
9:30 a.m. – Osceola, IA
Osceola Retail Stop with Ted Cruz, Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
High Point Bulls Oswald Barn
1071 Harken Hills Drive
Osceola, IA 50213
 
11:45 a.m. – Albia, IA
Albia Retail Stop with Ted Cruz, Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
Bogie’s Steakhouse
1425 North Clinton Street
Albia, IA 52531
 
1:15 p.m. – Centerville, IA
Centerville Retail Stop with Ted Cruz, Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
Lucille’s
217 North 13th Street
Centerville, IA 52544
 
3:00 p.m. – Bloomfield, IA
Bloomfield Retail Stop with Ted Cruz, Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
Davis County Historical Society Complex
201 South Dodge Street
Bloomfield, IA 52537
 
4:30 p.m. – Ottumwa, IA
Town Hall with Ted Cruz and Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
Bridge View Center
102 Church Street
Ottumwa, IA 52501
 
6:45 p.m. – Fairfield, IA
Fairfield Retail Stop with Ted Cruz, Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
Convention Center
200 North Main Street
Fairfield, IA 52556
 
8:45 p.m. – Keosauqua, IA
Keosauqua Retail Stop with Ted Cruz, Governor Rick Perry, Congressman Steve King and Bob Vander Plaats
Archie’s Event Center
202 Cass Street
Keosauqua, IA 52565
 
Wednesday, January 27

10:00 a.m. – Burlington, IA
Meet and Greet with Governor Rick Perry and Congressman Steve King
Burlington Public Library
Room A
210 Court Street
Burlington, IA 52601
*NOTE: Cruz will not attend this event. Congressman King and Governor Perry stump on behalf of Cruz in #CruzinToCaucus campaign bus
 
1:00 p.m. – Iowa City, IA
Meet and Greet with Governor Rick Perry and Congressman Steve King
Hamburg Inn No. 2
214 North Linn St
Iowa City, IA 52245   
*NOTE: Cruz will not attend this event. Congressman King and Governor Perry stump on behalf of Cruz in #CruzinToCaucus campaign bus
 
6:00 p.m. – West Des Moines, IA
Des Moines Pro Life Rally with Ted Cruz and Governor Rick Perry
Noah's Event Venue
Des Moines Building
1805 90th Street
West Des Moines, IA 50266
 
Thursday, January 28
 
7:30 p.m. – Des Moines, IA  
Ted Cruz Debate Watch and After Party
Marriott Downtown
Hall of Cities 3rd Floor
700 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA  
 
8:00 p.m. – Des Moines, IA
Fox News Debate
Iowa Events Center
730 Third Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
 
Friday, January 29
 
11:30 a.m. – Ringsted, IA
Ringsted Retail Stop
3 Generations Bar & Grill
103 W. Maple Street
Ringsted, IA 50578
 
12:45 p.m. – Fenton, IA
Fenton Retail Stop
North Star Restaurant
707 Maple Street
Fenton, IA 50539
 
2:15 p.m. – Emmetsburg, IA
Emmetsburg Retail Stop
Iowa Lakes Community College
Library
3200 College Drive
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
 
5:45 p.m. – Wilton, IA
Town Hall with Ted Cruz and Senator Check Grassley
Wilton Center
1215 Cypress Street
Wilton, IA 52778
 
8:10 p.m. – Wapello, IA
Wapello Retail Stop
Grimm Brothers Plastics
1 Quality Court
Wapello, IA 52653
 
Saturday, January 30
 
9:15 a.m. – Hubbard, IA
Hubbard Retail Stop
South Hardin Middle School
200 Chestnut Street
Hubbard, IA 50122
 
11:00 a.m. – Ames, IA
Rally with Ted Cruz
Gateway Hotel
Garden Room
2100 Green Hills Drive
Ames, IA 50014
 
2:15 p.m. – Hamlin, IA
Hamlin Retain Stop
Darrell’s Place
4010 1st Street
Hamlin, IA 50117
 
4:30 p.m. – Ida Grove, IA
Ida Grove Retail Stop
Community Rec Center
311 Barnes Street
Ida Grove, IA 51445
 
8:00 p.m. – Sioux City, IA
Rally with Ted Cruz and Congressman Steve King
Western Iowa Tech Community College
4647 Stone Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106
 
Sunday, January 31
 
1:30 p.m. – Iowa City, IA
Rally with Ted Cruz
Johnson County Fairgrounds
Building C – Back
4261 Oak Crest Hill Road SE
Iowa City, IA 52246
 
5:15 p.m. – Davenport, IA
Rally with Ted Cruz
Adventure Community Church
6509 NW Boulevard
Davenport, IA 52806
 
9:15 p.m. – Des Moines, IA
Rally with Ted Cruz
Iowa State Fair
Elwell Center
3000 East Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50317
 
Monday, February 1
 
1:00 p.m. – Jefferson, IA
Jefferson Retail Stop
Greene County Community Center
204 West Harrison Street
Jefferson, IA 50129
 
4:30 p.m. – Marion, IA
Pre-Caucus Cedar Marion Rally
Grace Baptist Church
1461 East Post Road
Marion, IA 52302

Gov. Rick Perry Endorses Ted Cruz for President

Gov. Rick Perry Endorses Ted Cruz for President

HOUSTON, Texas – Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry today endorsed Ted Cruz for President. Perry served as the Governor of Texas for fifteen years, the longest-serving governor in Texas history. Under his leadership, Texas became a haven of job creation, freedom, entrepreneurship, and limitless opportunity.
 
The Cruz campaign released the following video of Gov. Perry’s endorsement:
 
“Gov. Rick Perry is a friend and a remarkable public servant,” said Cruz. “He is a proud veteran who bravely served our nation, and he was an extraordinary governor of Texas. It was an honor to serve under him during my time as Texas’ Solicitor General. I am thrilled to have Rick join our campaign. With his principled leadership, we will coalesce conservatives behind this campaign to win the White House in 2016.”
 
Perry is from Paint Creek, Texas where he grew up the son of tenant farmers and attended Texas A&M University, serving in the Corps of Cadets. Upon graduating from Texas A&M, he joined the United States Air Force where he flew C-130 tactical airlift aircraft in Europe and the Middle East. Perry served as Texas Agriculture Commissioner until he was elected lieutenant governor of Texas in 1998, appointed governor in 2000, and re-elected in 2002.
 
“I support Ted Cruz for President,” said Gov. Perry. “As an Air Force Veteran, I understand the sacrifices that our men and women in the military make every day to keep us safe. They deserve a commander in chief who values their service, who will keep our military strong, and who will always put America’s national security interests first. Ted has proven that he is ready to serve as Commander in Chief on Day One. He has also proven the willingness to take on the Washington Cartel and restore power and opportunity back to the people.”
 
Under his leadership, Texas created almost one-third of all new private sector jobs in the United States, with 1.5 million jobs created since the end of 2007. In light of the federal government’s failure to secure our southern border with Mexico, Gov. Perry allocated state funds to stop the surge of illegal immigration. He understands the importance of securing our borders to keep our homeland safe.
 
Perry is a U.S Air Force veteran, and as governor, he formed the Texas Veterans Initiative to expand mental health programs for veterans and their families. He also signed legislation that granted property tax exemptions to disabled veterans and provided in-state tuition to veterans who are eligible for federal education benefits.
 
He is a tireless champion for conservative principles and has taken a bold stand against Obama’s lawlessness and assaults on our first amendment liberties.
 
Below is a full script of Gov. Perry’s endorsement video:
 
Howdy, I’m Rick Perry.
 
2016 is a critical election and I'm here to stress to you how important it is for conservatives to rally together and support a consistent conservative candidate who will take on Washington and who can defeat the Democrat nominee.  
 
That is why I support Ted Cruz for President.
 
As an Air Force Veteran, I understand the sacrifices that our men and women in the military make every day to keep us safe.  
 
They deserve a commander in chief who values their service, who will keep our military strong, and who will always put America’s national security interests first.
 
He has proven that he is ready to serve as Commander in Chief on Day One.
 
He has also proven the willingness to take on the Washington Cartel and restore power and opportunity back to the people.
 
He has proven that he will do what is necessary to secure our borders, to defeat radical Islamic terrorism, and to ensure our brave veterans receive the care they have earned.
 
Ted is the leader that we need to reignite the promise of America.
 
This is why I am supporting Ted Cruz and asking Iowa Republicans to Caucus for Cruz next Monday, February 1st!

Susan Sarandon to campaign in Iowa with Ben Cohen & Jerry Greenfield and Actors Jonathan Sadowski, Brendan Hines & Justin Long

Academy Award Winner Susan Sarandon to campaign in Iowa with Ice Cream Icons Ben Cohen & Jerry Greenfield and Actors Jonathan Sadowski, Brendan Hines and Justin Long

DES MOINES, Iowa -- On the heels of a continuous surge and growing enthusiasm for U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign in Iowa, six celebrated activists and actors will join the stump for Sanders across the Hawkeye state.

Kicking off Monday, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, founders of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream, return to the campaign trail in Iowa. Additionally, humanitarian, political activist, Emmy Award nominee and Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon, actor Jonathan Sadowski (best known for his role in She’s the Man), TV star Brendan Hines (Scorpion, Scandal, and Suits) and actor Justin Long (Comet) will campaign across Iowa for Bernie Sanders.

Upcoming events are listed below by date and surrogate:

Monday, January 25 - Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield

Noon Meskwaki Senior Lunch with special guests Ben & Jerry, Meskwaki Senior Center, 301 Meskwaki Road, Tama
Information for the public: This event is invite only.

3:00 p.m. Meet & Greet with Bernie Sanders and special guests Ben & Jerry, Newton Bernie 2016 Field Office, 201 1st Ave W, Newton
Information for the public: This event is invite only.

7:30 p.m. CNN Democratic Presidential Forum “Watch Party” with special guests Ben & Jerry, Jonathan Sadowski and Brendan Hines, Varsity Theater, 1207 25th St, Des Moines
Information for the public: Doors open at 7pm. This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged.

Tuesday, January 26 - Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield

3:00 p.m. Meet and Greet with special guests Ben & Jerry, Winterset Bernie 2016 Field Office, 404 S 4th Ave, Winterset
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public.

5:00 p.m. Meet & Greet with special guests Ben & Jerry, J’s Pizza & Steakhouse, 108 E Washington St, Clarinda
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public.

7:00 p.m. Precinct Captain Training and Mock Caucus with special guests Ben & Jerry, Dripps Coffee, 1010 S Main St Suite 800, Council Bluffs
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public.

Tuesday, January 26 - Jonathan Sadowski, Brendan Hines and Justin Long

3:00 p.m. “Phone Bank & Chill” with Jonathan Sadowski, Brendan Hines and Justin Long, Des Moines Bernie 2016 HQ, 3420 Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy, Des Moines
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public.

6:30 p.m. “Talk Bernie to Me - LGBT x Art x Politics” with special guests Jonathan Sadowski, Brendan Hines, and Justin Long, Ritual Cafe, 1301 Locust St #D, Des Moines
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public.

Wednesday, January 27 - Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield

11:30 a.m. Iowa Falls Senior Lunch with special guests Ben & Jerry, Iowa Falls Senior Center, 218 River St, Iowa Falls
Information for the public: This event is invite only.

5:15 p.m. Meet & Greet with special guests Ben & Jerry, Zombie Burger, 300 E Grand Ave, Des Moines
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the public.

6:00 p.m. “WTF’S a Caucus?”, Drake University, Shivers Courtside Club, 2601 Forest Ave, Des Moines
Information for the public: This event is free and open to the Drake community.

Wednesday, January 27 - Susan Sarandon

Noon Women for Bernie Luncheon with special guest Susan Sarandon, Location TBD, Des Moines

7 p.m. Mason City Town Meeting with Bernie Sanders and special guest Susan Sarandon, Music Man Square, 308 S Pennsylvania Ave, Mason City
Information for the public: Doors open at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are strongly encouraged.

Rand Paul Rally at the University of Dubuque in Dubuque, Iowa on Sunday, January 31, 2016

Rand Paul Rally at the University of Dubuque in Dubuque, Iowa on Sunday, January 31, 2016

When:
Sunday, January 31, 2016 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM (CST)

Where:
University of Dubuque
445 North Algona Street
Dubuque, IA 52001

Hosted By:
Rand Paul for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/rand-paul-rally-in-dubuque-iowa-tickets-20996211233

Event Details:

Join Senator Rand Paul at the Myers Center on the campus of the University of Dubuque on Sunday, January 31st at 1:00 PM.

Town Hall with Carly Fiorina at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites in Davenport, Iowa on Sunday, January 31, 2016

Town Hall with Carly Fiorina at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites in Davenport, Iowa on Sunday, January 31, 2016

When:
Sunday, January 31, 2016 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM (CST)

Where:
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Davenport
4215 Elmore Avenue
Davenport, IA 52807

Hosted By:
Carly Fiorina

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/davenport-town-hall-tickets-20996418854

Event Details:

Come meet Republican Presidential Candidate Carly Fiorina. Hear her blueprint to take our country back.

Town Hall with Carly Fiorina in Manchester, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

Town Hall with Carly Fiorina in Manchester, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

When:
Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CST)

Where:
Fireside Pub & Steakhouse
205 South 12th Street
Manchester, IA 52057

Hosted By:
Carly Fiorina

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/manchester-town-hall-tickets-21000678595

Event Details:

Come meet Republican Presidential Candidate Carly Fiorina and hear her speak about her blueprint to Take Our Country Back!

Rand Paul Rally at Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

Rand Paul Rally at Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

When:
Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM (CST)

Where:
Mid-America Center
1 Arena Way
Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Hosted By:
Rand Paul for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/rand-paul-rally-in-council-bluffs-iowa-tickets-20996065798

Event Details:

Join Senator Rand Paul at the Mid-America Center on Saturday, January 30th at 9:00 AM for a rally.

Rand Paul Rally at the Holiday Inn Sioux City in Sioux City, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

Rand Paul Rally at the Holiday Inn Sioux City in Sioux City, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

When:
Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (CST)

Where:
Holiday Inn Sioux City
701 Gordon Drive
Sioux City, IA 51101

Hosted By:
Rand Paul for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/rand-paul-rally-in-sioux-city-iowa-tickets-20996098897

Event Details:

Join Senator Rand Paul at the Sioux City Holiday Inn on Saturday, January 30th at 12:00 PM for a rally.

Rand Paul Rally at the Historic Park Inn in Mason City, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

Rand Paul Rally at the Historic Park Inn in Mason City, Iowa on Saturday, January 30, 2016

When:
Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM (CST)

Where:
Historic Park Inn
15 W State Street
Mason City, IA 50401

Hosted By:
Rand Paul for President

Register for this event now at :
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/rand-paul-rally-in-mason-city-iowa-tickets-20996117954

Event Details:

Join Senator Rand Paul at the Historic Park Inn in Mason City on Saturday, January 30th at 4:30 PM for a rally.