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Libertarian Challenges GOP Ballot Tactics | Des Moines News
Libertarian candidate Jake Heard is sounding the alarm that Republicans are deliberately sabotaging third-party ballot access in Iowa, citing a pattern of legal maneuvers to keep Libertarians off the ballot—especially in key races like the Third Congressional District. After Marco Battaglia was disqualified for not using his legal name, Heard now faces similar hurdles, with state officials claiming he hasn’t met filing requirements. A former criminal defense attorney and Iowa legislator, Heard argues the two-party system stifles progress and forces voters into false choices. He’s determined…
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