Ryan Peterman
@petermanforiowa.bsky.social
Proud Iowan, former U.S. Navy pilot, and lifelong public servant dedicated to protecting our democracy. Running for Iowa Secretary of State
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Over the past few months I’ve been traveling all across the state visiting with Iowans. But if I haven’t met you yet, here’s my story—and why I stepped up to run for Secretary of State
We don’t need DC politicians deciding how our elections are run. Iowans deserve a Secretary of State who stands up to these threats, and Paul Pate is refusing to do that.
February 6, 2026 at 10:15 PM
We don’t need DC politicians deciding how our elections are run. Iowans deserve a Secretary of State who stands up to these threats, and Paul Pate is refusing to do that.
Had a great time up in Iowa Falls this past weekend, chatting with folks at the Hardin County Democratic Party’s chili lunch event!
February 5, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Had a great time up in Iowa Falls this past weekend, chatting with folks at the Hardin County Democratic Party’s chili lunch event!
It was so nice to be back home in Scott County and take part in the Caucus last night! This was true democracy in action, and it was great to get a chance to talk with so many friends and neighbors.
February 3, 2026 at 6:23 PM
It was so nice to be back home in Scott County and take part in the Caucus last night! This was true democracy in action, and it was great to get a chance to talk with so many friends and neighbors.
Happy caucus day! I hope you’ll join your neighbors to get out and take part in this process. You can find out more about the caucuses and where your precinct caucus location is by following this link: iowademocrats.org/caucus/
Caucus - Iowa Democratic Party
Monday, February 2nd at 7pm 2026 Caucus The 2026 Iowa caucuses will be held on Monday, February 2nd at 7pm. Your caucus location is based on what precinct the address you are registered to vote is in....
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February 2, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Happy caucus day! I hope you’ll join your neighbors to get out and take part in this process. You can find out more about the caucuses and where your precinct caucus location is by following this link: iowademocrats.org/caucus/
It was great to be in Johnson County last night to help kick off Sue Dvorsky’s campaign for County Supervisor! I’m honored to have Sue and Bob’s backing in my race for Secretary of State, and I’m thrilled to support Sue in her campaign.
January 29, 2026 at 6:46 PM
It was great to be in Johnson County last night to help kick off Sue Dvorsky’s campaign for County Supervisor! I’m honored to have Sue and Bob’s backing in my race for Secretary of State, and I’m thrilled to support Sue in her campaign.
So sad to see yet another killing in Minnesota. This is unacceptable.
In the aftermath of an event like this, the focus should be on accountability and protecting people’s rights.
Instead, the DOJ is trying to use this moment to pressure Minnesota for access to voter data. That’s wrong.
In the aftermath of an event like this, the focus should be on accountability and protecting people’s rights.
Instead, the DOJ is trying to use this moment to pressure Minnesota for access to voter data. That’s wrong.
January 25, 2026 at 2:44 AM
So sad to see yet another killing in Minnesota. This is unacceptable.
In the aftermath of an event like this, the focus should be on accountability and protecting people’s rights.
Instead, the DOJ is trying to use this moment to pressure Minnesota for access to voter data. That’s wrong.
In the aftermath of an event like this, the focus should be on accountability and protecting people’s rights.
Instead, the DOJ is trying to use this moment to pressure Minnesota for access to voter data. That’s wrong.
Thanks everyone for all the support in 2025! Looking forward to building on this momentum from now until Election Day. If you haven’t yet, join Team Peterman today!
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January 21, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Thanks everyone for all the support in 2025! Looking forward to building on this momentum from now until Election Day. If you haven’t yet, join Team Peterman today!
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Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Because of his leadership and sacrifice, America has made real progress toward equal access to the ballot box. But the right to vote is not self-executing—it’s something we must continue to protect and defend each and every day.
January 19, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Because of his leadership and sacrifice, America has made real progress toward equal access to the ballot box. But the right to vote is not self-executing—it’s something we must continue to protect and defend each and every day.
Thank you to the Grundy County Democrats for having me out to their soup dinner last night, and thank you to everyone who braved the cold!
January 18, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Thank you to the Grundy County Democrats for having me out to their soup dinner last night, and thank you to everyone who braved the cold!
It was great to be in Central Iowa last week, talking with folks in Urbandale and Des Moines. Everywhere I go, I’m hearing from people who are frustrated with the direction of our state—and so they’ve decided to step up, get involved, help make a difference
January 15, 2026 at 12:41 AM
It was great to be in Central Iowa last week, talking with folks in Urbandale and Des Moines. Everywhere I go, I’m hearing from people who are frustrated with the direction of our state—and so they’ve decided to step up, get involved, help make a difference
Our race is shaping up to be extremely competitive this year, and this article highlights exactly why electing a Secretary of State with integrity matters so much.
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/05/secretary-of-state-races-us-elections
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/05/secretary-of-state-races-us-elections
January 6, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Our race is shaping up to be extremely competitive this year, and this article highlights exactly why electing a Secretary of State with integrity matters so much.
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/05/secretary-of-state-races-us-elections
theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jan/05/secretary-of-state-races-us-elections
I’m extremely proud of the grassroots support we received from folks all across the state last year. Iowans are ready for a new generation of leadership, and this record-breaking support shows there has never been a better opportunity to take back the Secretary of State’s office.
January 5, 2026 at 9:39 PM
I’m extremely proud of the grassroots support we received from folks all across the state last year. Iowans are ready for a new generation of leadership, and this record-breaking support shows there has never been a better opportunity to take back the Secretary of State’s office.
We’re so close to reaching our goal for our campaign’s first fundraising deadline. Please chip in before midnight tonight to help us keep the momentum going into 2026!
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December 31, 2025 at 4:18 PM
We’re so close to reaching our goal for our campaign’s first fundraising deadline. Please chip in before midnight tonight to help us keep the momentum going into 2026!
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Another huge win here in Iowa! Congratulations to Renee Hardman on a 27 point overperformance! Iowans have consistently shown all year that we’re ready for new leadership.
BREAKING: Renee Hardman just won her election to Iowa’s SD-16, blocking Republicans from restoring a supermajority in the chamber!
She’s also making history as the first Black woman to win a seat in the state Senate, and is ready to be a strong voice for the people.
She’s also making history as the first Black woman to win a seat in the state Senate, and is ready to be a strong voice for the people.
December 31, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Another huge win here in Iowa! Congratulations to Renee Hardman on a 27 point overperformance! Iowans have consistently shown all year that we’re ready for new leadership.
I’ve been traveling all over Iowa this year talking with voters—but I haven’t been everywhere yet!
My goal is to reach every county next year and fill in the map. Our big end of year deadline is tomorrow. Can you chip in to help us reach that goal?
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My goal is to reach every county next year and fill in the map. Our big end of year deadline is tomorrow. Can you chip in to help us reach that goal?
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December 30, 2025 at 11:02 PM
I’ve been traveling all over Iowa this year talking with voters—but I haven’t been everywhere yet!
My goal is to reach every county next year and fill in the map. Our big end of year deadline is tomorrow. Can you chip in to help us reach that goal?
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My goal is to reach every county next year and fill in the map. Our big end of year deadline is tomorrow. Can you chip in to help us reach that goal?
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Happy 179th Birthday Iowa! On a this date in 1846, Iowa officially became the 29th State.
It’s been great to travel across our beautiful state these past 7 months, and I’m looking forward to seeing even more of it next year!
It’s been great to travel across our beautiful state these past 7 months, and I’m looking forward to seeing even more of it next year!
December 28, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Happy 179th Birthday Iowa! On a this date in 1846, Iowa officially became the 29th State.
It’s been great to travel across our beautiful state these past 7 months, and I’m looking forward to seeing even more of it next year!
It’s been great to travel across our beautiful state these past 7 months, and I’m looking forward to seeing even more of it next year!
Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas. I hope you’re able to enjoy time with friends and family this holiday season.
December 25, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Wishing everyone a very merry Christmas. I hope you’re able to enjoy time with friends and family this holiday season.
It was a beautiful morning for a canvass launch! If you live in SD-16 (West Des Moines, Windsor Heights, or Clive in Polk County), make sure to get out and vote for Renee Hardman by December 30th! You can go to votepolk.com to find out more.
December 20, 2025 at 9:42 PM
It was a beautiful morning for a canvass launch! If you live in SD-16 (West Des Moines, Windsor Heights, or Clive in Polk County), make sure to get out and vote for Renee Hardman by December 30th! You can go to votepolk.com to find out more.
I agree with Jeff Kaufmann here. Paul Pate is vulnerable, and we do have a great opportunity next year. If you want to help us prove him right, consider pitching in to our campaign before our end of year deadline.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:27 PM
I agree with Jeff Kaufmann here. Paul Pate is vulnerable, and we do have a great opportunity next year. If you want to help us prove him right, consider pitching in to our campaign before our end of year deadline.
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I’m heartbroken to hear that two Iowa National Guard soldiers were killed in Syria today. My thoughts and prayers are with their loved ones.
December 14, 2025 at 12:55 AM
I’m heartbroken to hear that two Iowa National Guard soldiers were killed in Syria today. My thoughts and prayers are with their loved ones.
It was great to be up in Oelwein on Sunday for the Fayette County Democrats’ holiday party! Loved being able to get into the holiday spirit with so many great people in NE Iowa!
December 11, 2025 at 8:52 PM
It was great to be up in Oelwein on Sunday for the Fayette County Democrats’ holiday party! Loved being able to get into the holiday spirit with so many great people in NE Iowa!
I had a great time knocking doors for @burnsforiowa.bsky.social in Sac City this weekend, and checked out the world’s largest popcorn ball too! If you live in HD-7 and haven’t voted yet, tomorrow’s the day. Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM. Make sure you get out and vote!
December 8, 2025 at 7:13 PM
I had a great time knocking doors for @burnsforiowa.bsky.social in Sac City this weekend, and checked out the world’s largest popcorn ball too! If you live in HD-7 and haven’t voted yet, tomorrow’s the day. Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM. Make sure you get out and vote!
Today we remember the attack on Pearl Harbor, the brave sailors we lost that day, and the generation that answered the call in the days that followed. Their courage shaped the country we live in. Let’s honor their service by striving to be a nation worthy of their sacrifice.
December 8, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Today we remember the attack on Pearl Harbor, the brave sailors we lost that day, and the generation that answered the call in the days that followed. Their courage shaped the country we live in. Let’s honor their service by striving to be a nation worthy of their sacrifice.
Iowa’s getting hit with a lot of snow today, so first things first: don’t go out unless it’s safe.
But when you can, I hope you’ll support our small businesses across the state. Yesterday in downtown Davenport, I was reminded how many folks are working hard and investing in our communities.
But when you can, I hope you’ll support our small businesses across the state. Yesterday in downtown Davenport, I was reminded how many folks are working hard and investing in our communities.
November 29, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Iowa’s getting hit with a lot of snow today, so first things first: don’t go out unless it’s safe.
But when you can, I hope you’ll support our small businesses across the state. Yesterday in downtown Davenport, I was reminded how many folks are working hard and investing in our communities.
But when you can, I hope you’ll support our small businesses across the state. Yesterday in downtown Davenport, I was reminded how many folks are working hard and investing in our communities.
Happy Thanksgiving! I’m grateful to be spending the day with friends and family—and for the incredible support this campaign has received from folks across the state. I’m also especially thankful for the medical professionals, first responders, and everyone working today to keep our communities safe
November 27, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Happy Thanksgiving! I’m grateful to be spending the day with friends and family—and for the incredible support this campaign has received from folks across the state. I’m also especially thankful for the medical professionals, first responders, and everyone working today to keep our communities safe