Based on our conversations with voters in Iowa, it seems that many are still undecided about the upcoming elections. While most voters appear to understand the issues facing the nation, they are not confident that any declared candidates are the right ones for the job. Among Republicans, there is a consensus that the economy and inflation are in a terrible state, and they believe that the methods used by Biden's administration are not helping the situation. Urban and suburban areas have diverse opinions on each candidate, with most of them focusing on former President Donald Trump, Florida Govenor Ron DeSantis, and South Carolina Senator Tim Scott.
Although polls indicate that Nikki Haley is becoming more competitive with DeSantis, this is not reflected in the voting public in Iowa that we have heard from. In addition to inflation and the economy, suburban mothers are concerned about the education system and the ongoing culture war. They are worried about the school curriculum and which topics might be introduced while their children are at school.
Rural communities, on the other hand, are still supporting Trump. Although some Republicans may not be fond of Trump personally, they believe the US had one of the best economies in recent history under his administration. This, along with his goal of peace in the Middle East and work on border security, has garnered significant support. However, Republicans feel that under Biden, we have lost all the progress made during Trump's administration, and the country is in a worse state than ever before.
The Republicans we have spoken to believe that Biden has brought us closer to an economic collapse than we have been since 2008. They feel that the country is on the brink of World War Three, and Biden does not have the mental competency to lead us out of this situation. They also believe that drugs, criminals, and terrorists are entering the country through the southern border, which is a significant concern for Iowan voters who are worried about the safety of their kids and grandkids.
While most people are still undecided about the best candidate for the job, many voters say they do not want a repeat of 2020. It's important to note that these are the claims expressed by the voters we have spoken to, and it's uncertain who is best suited for the job.
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