All Votes Count Iowa

06/01/2026

Tomorrow is the Iowa primary. Please vote. If you need to know where you polling place is click on the link below. If you are an independent you will be required to change your party affiliation in order to get a ballot. Please let us know how that process went and how you felt about it.

https://apps.sos.iowa.gov/elections/voterreg/pollingplace/search.aspx

Remember, voting isn't the most you can do but it's the least you can do! If you don't like what is going on, you need to vote in the primary. That's where the decisions are made in most districts.

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05/30/2026

How closed primaries lead to a more polarized Congress. Story from NPR

Some lawmakers are speaking out against closed, single-party primaries, which they see as part of a system that limits voter choice and incentivizes elected officials to prioritize party loyalty.

05/30/2026

Unite America report - opening up primaries to ALL voters positiviely impacts the quality of life of constituents in those states. Why? Because involving all voters in primaries incentivizes broader, cross-partisan coalitions and pragmatic problem-solving. Read more here:

A Multi-Decade Analysis of Primary Elections and Societal Outcomes

05/28/2026

You don't want to miss this webinar on the Rule of Law and Capitalism hosted by the YPO Democracy Group. All are invited! Register here:

Every business is built on systems it does not control, the rulebook of the public market-- courts, regulations, public institutions. At its core is the Rule of Law, the foundation of economic trust, market stability and sustained growth. But, Rule of Law depends on a political system capable of mak...

05/25/2026

Today we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Wishing everyone a meaningful and reflective Memorial Day.

05/21/2026

The Des Moines Register did a nice story last Sunday on the June 2nd primary races in Iowa. They mentioned that if you are a registered independent you must change your registration to either Republican or Demcract in order to vote. What they didn't ask was why in a taxpayer funded election, you have to pick a party?

05/19/2026

Thank you to all who attended our Town Hall meeting with John Opdyke, president of Open Primaries. He shared these startling statistics.

• 44% of registered voters identify as independents making them the largest bloc of voters
• Millions of independent registered voters across the nation, including over 700,000 in Iowa, are locked out of the primary election
• Independent registration grows every year nationally and in Iowa
• While many states including Iowa are working to open primaries to independent voters, many states are working to close them

If you are willing to help, we need time, treasure and talent.
• Our social media campaign to target voters in House and Senate Leadership districts costs about $4500 per district. Even a small monthly contribution of $5 $10 or $25 a month helps and as a non-profit 501(c)3 we are recognized by donor advised funds. These campaigns have been highly successful indentifying supporters. Over 1000 supporters have signed up!
• We need people to write letters to the editor. We will supply you with suggested copy you can tailor to your own voice as well as where to send it to your local newspaper
• If you like to talk, calling campaigns to our supporters are a great way to help
• We can provide speakers for breakfast clubs, civic and community organizations

Thank you for your support!

05/13/2026

“Millions of Americans are treated as second-class voters because they choose to remain independent.” Last reminder to join us tonight at 5:30 pm CDT to hear John Opdycke and the All Votes Count Iowa team talk about efforts in Iowa and nationally to eliminate the law that requires independent voters to change party registration in order to vote in a primary election.

Register here:

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: John Opdycke with all Votes Count Iowa. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

05/13/2026

Early Voting Starts today - May 13th in Iowa
Click here for more information: https://www.iowa.gov/how-do-i-vote-early-person

And last chance to register for our Town Hall meeting tonight at 5:30 pm CDT with John Opdycke, President of Open Primaries. https://bit.ly/4d2cIu2

You may vote early in person at your County Auditor’s office before any election.