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February 3, 2023

Biden Boom Continues With Shocking Jobs Report

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to the strong federal jobs report released today, showing that 517,000 jobs were added in January, more than…

News Statements

January 6, 2023

January 6th Anniversary: MAGA Mayhem Continues Two Years Later

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement two years after violent insurrectionists, spurred on by former President Trump, attempted to sabotage the 2020 election in a violent…

LGBTQ News Statements

November 21, 2022

We must act to end senseless attacks against LGBTQ community

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to a shooting that killed five people at a Colorado Springs LGBTQ nightclub: “No matter where we’re from…

News Statements Zach Nunn

November 9, 2022

Voters Will Decide 3rd Congressional District, Not Zach Nunn

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to Zach Nunn claiming victory while votes are still being counted in Iowa’s third congressional district race: “For…

News Reynolds Statements

October 20, 2022

JOBS REPORT: Corporate Kim robs working Iowans’ resources and wages

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to the October Jobs Report from Iowa Workforce Development: “Iowans value hard work and know good paying jobs…

News Statements

October 3, 2022

Recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month: “Safety in our communities and at home is sacred to Iowa families. But…

News Statements

September 26, 2022

Rep. Miller-Meeks’ record creates uphill battle for Iowans

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement ahead of tonight’s debate between Republican U.S. Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Iowa Rep. Christina Bohannan: “Iowans support growing and caring…

Labor News Statements

September 1, 2022

Support workers by making September Labor Union Appreciation Month

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement calling for Iowa leaders to proclaim September as Labor Union Appreciation Month: “Iowans work hard for their families and labor…

Labor News Statements

August 24, 2022

Biden’s student debt decision will provide boost to working Iowans

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s announcement that he will cancel up to $10,000 in student debt for borrowers who earn…

Jobs News Reynolds Statements

August 18, 2022

Corporate Kim’s anti-worker agenda keeps food off the table

Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to the July Jobs Report from Iowa Workforce Development: “Iowans know we all deserve a fair shot. But…