Dubuque Neighbors. Democratic Values.

Carolyn Wiezorek for Iowa House 65 is hosting a primary party.  All are welcome. 

The Grassroots Iowa Network is bringing together progressive Iowa activists for an in-person event on June 6th! We’ll be diving into interactive sessions on how to effectively use grassroots messaging and tactics, get people involved, and really make a difference. This Big Table Meet-Up, organized by the Grassroots Iowa Network and sponsored by the Alliance for a Better Iowa, is all about helping grassroots advocates shine and make the most of their unique strengths and impact throughout Iowa.More information here: https://www.grassrootsiowanetwork.com/events/bigtable1

Celebrate love, community, and pride at Dubuque Pride Festival 2026. Join us for live music, performances, local vendors, food trucks, and family-friendly fun. Free and open to all - everyone is welcome!

This current Order of Business is subject to change. 

1. 8:00 a.m. Registration opens.
2. 9:00 a.m. The Temporary Chair(s) will convene the Convention.
3. Opening Ceremony.
4. Temporary Chair(s) calls for petitions for Platform Amendments to be turned in to the Convention Secretary by 10:30 a.m. or 30 minutes after the Final Report of the Credentials Committee is approved, whichever is later.
5. Preliminary Report of the Credentials Committee certifying a quorum.
6. The Temporary Chair(s) appoint Temporary Officers.
7. Approval of the Temporary Delegates and the Temporary Rules.
8. Announcements and Introductions.
9. Invited Speakers may address the Convention (limited to 5 minutes).
10. Youth Delegates go to Caucus.
11. Final Report of the Credentials Committee certifying the seated Delegation.
12. Report of the Rules Committee and Adoption of the Rules of the Convention.
13. Nomination and Election of Convention Chair(s).
14. Convention Chair(s) shall appoint Convention Officers and introduce the Chairs of all Committees. 
15. Balloting explanation and practice.
16. Ratification of the Democratic Nominee for Lt. Governor
17. Nomination and election of State Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Chair.
18. Consideration of Amendments to the Iowa Democratic Party Constitution.
19. Consideration of the Statement of Principles
20. Report of the Platform Committee
21. Report of the Youth Caucus.
22. Ratification of all elections.
23. The Convention Chair(s) shall inquire as to further business to come before the Convention.
24. Adjournment.
For efficiency’s sake, it is acceptable to go back and forth between different items. For example, alternating between convention speakers, platform debate, and elections.

Dr. Jeff Metcalf, retired Emergency Room physician will share his insights on the impact of gun violence on victims and their families. We'll have music, treats and information on how you can reduce the trauma of this national scourge.