Democrats Turn to Faith to Counter GOP's Religious Dominance in 2026 Midterms
Iowa Lutheran minister Sarah Trone Garriott is running for Congress in the state's 3rd district, part of a growing wave of Democratic candidates across the country who are openly embracing their faith to connect with voters. These candidates argue that Republicans have monopolized religious messaging for too long, and they aim to reclaim the moral high ground.
The strategy is a direct response to what many see as a disconnect between the actions of President Donald Trump and the religious values he claims to champion. From Georgia to Texas, Alaska to Iowa, Democratic hopefuls are using their religious backgrounds as a bridge to disillusioned voters.