The Hartley Sentinel-The Everly/Royal News - Serving O'Brien & Clay Counties

For two weeks this July, we crisscrossed our state, carrying forward a tradition started by Senator Grassley 40 years ago to meet with Iowans in every county, every year. On this road trip, we each reached Iowans in 29 counties. Like Iowa students who are eager to return to their classrooms and campuses in August, we sure were grateful to meet directly with our constituents.

In these challenging times, the feedback we’re getting from Iowans has renewed our commitment to get urgently needed policies across the finish line.

We hear from Iowans nearly every single day about their struggle to affo...