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Where Dems Are Spending Big To Break Iowa GOP Trifecta
https://iowastartingline.com/2020/10/22/where-dems-are-spending-big-to-break-iowa-gop-trifecta/Democratic candidates are dramatically out-raising and in many districts out-spending their Republican opponents in the battle for control of the Iowa House. It’s a change from past cycles, and may well put Democrats on the path to flipping the net of four seats needed to end full Republican control of the Statehouse.
Earlier this week, state campaigns released their latest finance reports that cover the mid-July to mid-October timeframe, which is when the largest chunk of campaign spending happens. Let’s go through many of the key takeaways from the data.
Overall, here’s the total raised by all Iowa House candidates:
Democrats: $4.3 million
Republicans: $3.5 million
A fairly similar number is posted for "in-kind" spending.
For those who like "inside baseball" type reporting this is nirvana for you. If money = seats we have a really good shot at taking over the Iowa House!