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Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate Deidre DeJear: History Maker, Champion of Education & Role Model for Women Leaders
Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate Deidre DeJear: History Maker, Champion of Education & Role Model for Women Leaders

Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate Deidre DeJear: History Maker, Champion of Education & Role Model for Women Leaders

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Trailblazer Deidre DeJear is the first Black woman to earn a major party’s nomination for Iowa Governor. A passionate advocate, Deidre is no stranger to the rush of a good election cycle. From being an organizer on President Obama’s 2012 campaign to being the Iowa Campaign Chair for Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2020 presidential campaign, Deidre has tirelessly campaigned for candidates and causes she believes in. She was even at the center of a campaign as the Democratic nominee for the Iowa Secretary of State race in 2018.   Deidre joins hosts Dee Martin and Yasmin Nelson to talk about the 2022 campaign trial and about her top priorities, including education. According to Deidre, “Our children are worth fighting for the best education system possible.” With a background in journalism, Deidre reminds everyone that in today’s political climate it’s important to balance facts with emotion. Tune in as Deidre shares her advice for her 24 year-old self, “You are enough.”  For more words of wisdom from Deidre, download today!

Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate Deidre DeJear: History Maker, Champion of Education & Role Model for Women Leaders

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