Rob Sand Continues “Iowa for All” Tour, Highlights Plans to Support Small Businesses, Farmers, and the Next Generation of Iowans

DES MOINES, IA – Last week, nominee for governor Rob Sand continued his statewide “Iowa for All” tour, making stops across western and central Iowa to hear directly from Iowans and share his vision for an Iowa that’s not redder or bluer, but better and truer.

On Wednesday, Rob toured a family-owned business in Carroll to discuss his “Opportunities for All” plan to cut red tape and streamline application processes so small businesses in Iowa have the tools they need to be successful. The next day, Rob hosted a “Solvin’ Iowa’s Problems” event in Sioux City, bringing Iowans together over coffee for an open conversation about the challenges facing their communities.

Afterwards, Rob visited local businesses in Sioux City, before heading to Dunlap for a “Shop Talk” with local farmers and community members about the challenges facing rural Iowa. Rob discussed his plans to support family farms, create new opportunities for farmers to earn a good living, and invest in conservation efforts that protect Iowa’s land and water. Rob ended his night on Iowa State University’s campus for an open forum with students, hearing directly from young Iowans and answering their questions about the future of our state.

Learn more about Rob’s recent “Iowa for All” tour stops below:

On Wednesday, Rob visited ThermoPlaz in Carroll to tour their family-owned small business that provides vacuum-formed and 3D-printed plastic to businesses across Iowa and the United States.

On Thursday, Rob visited State Steel in Sioux City to learn more about their local, full-line metal service center and share his support for local Iowa businesses.

After visiting State Steel, Rob travelled to Dunlap to host a “Shop Talk” with farmers and community members. Rob shared portions of his “Opportunities for All” plan, which will strengthen rural communities and give Iowa farmers more support.

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KCAU: Rob Sand makes a quick stop at Sioux City’s Brightside Cafe

Sand drew a large crowd to the Brightside Cafe on Thursday morning with residents and fellow Democratic candidates in attendance.
During his brief stop, the Democrat discussed how he would keep Iowans in the state, rather than move out, especially since more than 69,000 people left the state in 2024 alone.
Sand says to keep more people from leaving, Iowa will have to focus on its economy and improve water quality.
“People leave our state for a few different reasons. They leave to go to a big city, or they leave for outdoor opportunities. We are never going to offer them mountains, but some of them, if they’ve got clean water, and more publicly and will want to stick around,” said Sand.

KTIV: Rob Sand visits Sioux City as part of ‘Iowa for All’ tour

Iowa governor candidate Rob Sand made a stop in downtown Sioux City on Thursday as part of what he calls his “Iowa for All” tour.
Sand spoke with voters at Brightside Cafe before heading to a planned tour of a Sioux City business.

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Iowa State Daily: Rob Sand visits the Memorial Union

Iowa’s Democratic candidate for governor, Rob Sand, spoke to Iowa State University students at the Memorial Union Thursday.
165 people attended the event, and 35 people sat in overflow. Once Sand walked into the event, the crowd burst into clapping, and all throughout the event, after almost everything Sand said, the crowd broke out in applause.
Throughout the whole night, Sand had the crowd laughing and cheering. Sand transitioned from his harsh criticism of politics to a joke about it to further connect his ideals to the crowd.
After applause, Sand went on to talk about how Independents cannot vote in primary elections, and how Iowa could instead implement an open primary.
Sand then continued on after a brief outburst of applause to further explain this opinion and love of Iowa.
“I actually love Iowa,” Sand said. “I do think this is the best place to live, work and raise a family, and you can tell because I’m doing it.”

KSCJ: SAND HOSTS “SOLVIN IOWA’S PROBLEMS” MEETING IN SIOUX CITY

Rob Sand, the Democratic candidate for Governor of Iowa, spent the night in Sioux City following his debate with Republican candidate Zach Lahn on KTIV-TV Wednesday Evening.
Sand reminded those in the restaurant that Iowa has a history of electing both Democrats and Republicans to higher office to serve the state.
Sand says he would like to see some changes in the two party system of how candidates are elected
He also says if you want to be on the ballot, you should have to pass a civics test first.
Sand also called for mandatory town hall meetings for candidates to hear from the public and answer non-pre-screen questions.