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Why I am supporting Ashley Hinson
Jack Lindstrom
Feb. 21, 2026 3:27 pm
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As a young Iowan, I’ve grown frustrated watching how Washington too often works for insiders instead of the people actually doing the work.
That’s why I appreciate the approach Ashley Hinson has taken. She isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo. Whether it’s pushing back on red tape, standing up to unfair trade policies that disadvantage Iowa workers, or supporting alternatives to the traditional four-year college track, she is always fighting for us.
For too long, career politicians in Washington have accepted a system of bureaucracy and special interests. It’s refreshing to see someone willing to question that system and fight for policies that give regular Iowans opportunity.
Jack Lindstrom
Cedar Rapids
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