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As a pastor serving in Marshall County, I feel compelled to speak to a grave concern as we approach this year's midterm elections. Growing rhetoric and uncertainty have left some Iowans questioning whether our elections will remain free, fair, and accessible to every eligible voter.
I believe the right to vote is sacred. As Christians, voting is one way we put action behind our hopes and dreams for our communities, our state, and our nation.
Recent developments, including Secretary of State Paul Pate's decision to share Iowa voter registration records with the federal government, Attorney General Brenna Bird's stated willingness to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement, and the attempted prosecution of a Montgomery County election official, raise serious questions that deserve transparency and accountability.
Every eligible Iowan must be able to cast a ballot without intimidation, regardless of political affiliation, race, or background. Our elected officials have a responsibility to protect that right, not undermine public confidence in our elections.
Today, I call on clergy and faith leaders across Iowa to speak out. We must urge our state's political leaders to stand firm against federal interference and ensure that Iowa's elections remain free, fair, and secure.
There are times when our calling requires us to step beyond the pulpit and into the public square to speak truth to power. This is one of those times. Fellow laborers in the Gospel, God has prepared us for such a time as this!