Lindsay James is a community leader and advocate running for Congress in Iowa’s 2nd District, bringing a focus on practical solutions and building a campaign capable of competing in a changing political environment.
A lifelong Iowan, James has built her career around serving her community and working on issues that directly impact working families. Her background reflects a commitment to economic opportunity, strong communities, and responsive leadership—values that resonate across both urban and rural parts of the district.
James has emerged as the strongest Democratic candidate in the race through a combination of early fundraising success, organizational strength, and coalition-building capacity. In an open-seat environment where early momentum matters, she has demonstrated the ability to scale a campaign and position the district for competitiveness.
Her campaign is focused on:
- lowering costs for Iowa families
- strengthening local economies and supporting small businesses
- expanding access to affordable healthcare
- supporting public education and workforce development
- protecting fundamental rights and freedoms
IA-02 remains a challenging district, but one that can become competitive under the right conditions. James’s candidacy reflects a strategic approach to that challenge—building early infrastructure, consolidating support, and creating a pathway to expand the map.
My Values Are Rooted in Faith
I am guided by the belief that every person is created with equal dignity and worth, I am running for Congress because our nation has turned away from its moral responsibility to ensure economic justice for all.