Sarah Trone Garriott is a mom, faith leader, and public servant running to represent Iowa’s 3rd Congressional District. Raised in a family that valued service and community, Garriott built her career around bringing people together to solve problems and care for one another. She earned her undergraduate degree from Swarthmore College and later received a Master of Divinity degree, becoming a Lutheran pastor serving congregations in central Iowa. Her work as a faith leader grounded her in listening, compassion, and a deep commitment to helping families navigate real-life challenges.
Motivated by the growing gap between Washington politics and the needs of everyday Iowans, Garriott ran for public office and was elected to the Iowa State Senate, representing communities in the Des Moines metro. In the legislature, she quickly emerged as a strong advocate for working families, public education, affordable healthcare, and reproductive freedom, while emphasizing respectful dialogue and problem-solving across differences. Known for her authenticity and steady leadership, Garriott is now running for Congress to bring Iowa values to Washington: lowering costs, protecting freedoms, strengthening democracy, and ensuring families — not special interests — come first.
Key Issue Stances & Priorities
- Lowering Costs for Families — Garriott is focused on reducing the cost of healthcare, prescription drugs, child care, and everyday necessities so Iowa families can get ahead.
- Affordable Healthcare & Mental Health — As a pastor who’s walked with families through crises, she supports expanding access to affordable healthcare and mental-health services, especially in rural communities.
- Protecting Reproductive Freedom — Garriott is a strong defender of reproductive rights and believes healthcare decisions should be made by individuals, families, and doctors — not politicians.
- Strong Public Schools & Opportunity — She supports fully funding public education, respecting educators, and expanding workforce training and higher-education affordability.
- Defending Democracy & Voting Rights — Garriott believes democracy works best when everyone can participate freely and fairly, and she opposes efforts to undermine voting access.
- Faith-Grounded, People-First Leadership — She brings a values-driven approach rooted in dignity, fairness, and respect for all.
Why Sarah Trone Garriott
- Proven Public Servant: Serving in the Iowa State Senate with a clear record of advocacy for families and freedoms.
- Trusted Community Leader: Years as a pastor listening to and supporting Iowans through life’s toughest moments.
- Authentic & Relatable: A mom and neighbor who understands the pressures facing working families.
- Strong Contrast in a Swing District: Offers compassionate, solutions-oriented leadership in IA-03.
- Growing Momentum: Builds a people-powered coalition in one of Iowa’s most competitive districts.
We’re at a critical moment in our nation’s history. As a pastor, I know this moment is calling me - and all of us - to stand up.