Rep. Josh Turek holds affordability roundtable, criticizes Hinson for finances

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: July 31, 2026

Words: 960

Last Updated: 2 days, 19 hours ago

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Democrat Josh Turek said Friday he understands Iowans’ struggles with high costs of living more personally than his opponent for the U.S. Senate seat in November, U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson.

Turek, a Paralympian and current state representative, held a roundtable discussion with political leaders, teachers and small business owners at Dough Co. in Ankeny to discuss affordability — an issue he said was a top priority for his campaign and for most Iowans.

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