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Democrats Embrace Faith to Win Over Christian Voters

2/17/2026

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In Iowa, state senator Sarah Trone Garriott (D-Iowa) and other Democratic candidates weave religious themes into campaigns to attract Christian voters and counter Republican dominance among faith-based voters.
The approach follows Trump’s 2024 result of 83% white evangelical support.
Alaska’s Matt Schultz argues that religious language can resonate with moderate voters and that his pro-choice stance stems from his faith, supporting better healthcare and other measures to reduce abortions.

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In Iowa, state senator Sarah Trone Garriott (D-Iowa) and other Democratic candidates weave religious themes into campaigns to attract Christian voters and counter Republican dominance among faith-based voters.
The approach follows Trump’s 2024 result of 83% white evangelical support.
Alaska’s Matt Schultz argues that religious language can resonate with moderate voters and that his pro-choice stance stems from his faith, supporting better healthcare and other measures to reduce abortions.