Why the Community Supports Clara Reynen for Iowa City Council
Travis Terrell
Candidate for Congress, Iowa’s 1st District
“I’m proud to endorse Clara Reynen for Iowa City Council.
I first met Clara on the picket line at the Iowa City VA. She wasn’t there for headlines or votes — she was there because she believes in the fight. That’s the kind of leader we need.
Clara is passionate about tackling the housing crisis and making Iowa City an even better place to live. She’ll be a relentless fighter to improve the quality of life for all of her constituents.
Please join me in supporting her campaign and cast your vote for Clara on November 4th.”
Young Democratic Socialists of America
University of Iowa Chapter
“We at YDSA at the University of Iowa are proud to endorse Clara Reynen for Iowa City Council. As a student running for city council, we believe her unique perspective will allow her to advocate for the interest of students here on campus. She advocates for policies which put the interest of students first, such as advocating for a vacancy fee to increase housing supply and her leadership position in COGS which she used to help negotiate higher wages for graduate students, as well as giving access to childcare to graduate students.”
Guillermo Morales II
Former Executive Director, Johnson County
“I am voting for Clara Reynen because I am much more comfortable with a community led by someone who is prepared to do what's right, as opposed to someone simply prepared to read a prepared statement. She has a vision for the city that is progressive, and I am excited to see she can accomplish with a new progressive majority on council. We are almost there.
Giving Clara a seat at the table will put us on a powerful path towards real systemic change. Clara is not afraid of tough questions and complex issues. Clara has stood steadfastly with those under attack.
It's long past time that we vote out the lookingintoers who drag their feet and make excuses for their inaction. We need to vote in the doers, like Clara. I trust Clara, along with the new progressive majority she will help cement, will get things done and make Iowa City the progressive bastion we all want it to be.”
Oliver Weilein
City of Iowa City City Councilor
“Clara is someone who I have organized with for years in the Iowa City area. She is always the first to volunteer for any chance to serve the community and advocate for the most vulnerable. She approaches every undertaking with high energy and creativity, all while centering empathy and humanity. Her ability to collaborate with others, especially those she disagrees with, is extremely impressive and admirable. She will dedicate her blood, sweat, and tears to serve this community, and with her help on the council, I believe we can achieve amazing things for our community. I wholeheartedly endorse Clara, and urge all residents to do the same.”