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Iowa Quotes

Honest lines about a fascinating state.

These Iowa quotes mix caucus-season commentary with personal affection, tying into the sense of Familiarity that comes from knowing a place well.

I hope I am the Tim Tebow of the Iowa caucuses.

Quotes by Rick Perry

The people in Iowa know that Washington isn't working. It's devolved into partisan politics and a lot of gridlock and obstruction.

Quotes by Patty Judge

Iowa is kind of a fascinating place.

Quotes by Mike Leach

I have a soft spot for Iowa.

Quotes by Lee Corso

Emotion Quotes

I have never understood the Iowa caucus.

Quotes by Larry King

I'm not competing in Iowa for a reason.

Quotes by Jon Huntsman, Jr.

My teaching began in 1936 at Iowa State College where T. W. Schultz was the department chairman.

Quotes by George Stigler

My debut upon the world's stage occurred on February 26, 1845, in the State of Iowa.

Quotes by Buffalo Bill

I'm from Iowa, we don't know what cool is!

Quotes by Ashton Kutcher

Familiarity Quotes

The first-in-the-nation Iowa caucus is crucial for every presidential campaign.

Quotes by Ari Melber

Frequently Asked Questions

What themes come up most in Iowa quotes?
Many center on the state's political importance during caucus season, alongside personal affection for its people and character.
Why would someone quote having a soft spot for Iowa?
It reflects genuine fondness some public figures develop for the state, often after time spent there during campaigns or travel.
Do Iowa quotes only come from politicians?
Mostly, given the state's outsized role in early elections, but the tone ranges from strategic to warmly personal.
Is there humor in these Iowa quotes?
Yes, one compares hoping to be the Tim Tebow of the Iowa caucuses, a playful sports analogy applied to politics.
What pairs well with Iowa quotes?
Readers curious about place-based reflections often enjoy our Geography quotes as well.

For more on place and belonging, see our Geography quotes or Identity quotes.