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Iowa · Iowa Secretary of State · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Ryan Peterman

Democratic

Former legislative assistant to Jeanne Shaheen

2026 race · Iowa Secretary of State

13% chance of winning · race rated Likely R

13%87%

32% chance of winning · race rated Lean R

32%68%
● Ryan Peterman● Paul PateINC
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