Final question of the evening: " What do you say to the non-Agitated Democrat? The Democrat who still believes in the American dream, who owns his home, loves his wife and children, and will protect his family and property with arms. The Democrat who, whether he admits it or not, wants to Make America Great Again but whose party abandoned him for lunacy. Because the Republican Party believes they are out there, hungry to believe in America again. What do you say to him or her, to join you, to join us, in our fight for freedom?"

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On January 22, 2026 the Scott and Muscatine GOP county parties co-hosted a 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Candidate Forum live in Eldridge, Iowa.

The event was the first of its kind in Iowa's history and the first time any substantive questions were presented to Republican want to be governor candidates in a primary race in over 20 years.

Pictured above l to r : Adam Steen, Eddie Andrews, Brad Sherman and on the screen Zach Lahn.

The Scott County Republican Party coordinated with the local CBS and FOX affiliate to have the event professionally video and audio recorded and the 2 hour event is being rebroadcast on several platforms.

Sitting US Congressman Randy Feenstra was the only candidate of the 5 declared candidates that did not attend nor record answers to the forum questions for playback  the night of the event.

Brad Sherman, Eddie Andrews and Adam Steen all participated in person live on January 22, 2026. And Zach Lahn, who had a prior engagement that evening, recorded his answers via video prior to the event.

No candidate had any of the 20 questions in advance.

Below are the questions, in writing and unedited from what was asked on January 22, 2026 to the other four candidates.

This web page AskFeenstra.com has been established to provide Congressman Feenstra a readily accessible and transparent method to let Iowans know where he stands on the most important issues the Scott and Muscatine County GOP members found important enough to host such a forum.

The River Cities' Reader monthly print magazine and online website updated daily is    located in Davenport, Iowa and will be publishing a select number of questions and answers from January 22 in the February 2026 print edition on stands in Scott County February 5, 2026.  The Reader has been covering national, state and local issues in Iowa since 1993.

We are encouraging congressman Feenstra's campaign to answer some or all 20 questions on or before February 1, 2026 so his answers can be included in the print and online edition with the other primary candidates.

Please send responses to todd@rcreader.com.
Any questions, please contact the publisher Todd McGreevy directly by cell phone at 563-650-0120.

Here are the questions pasted in below.
Also attaching a 4 page .pdf of the same for download or print out.

Moderator Preface:
"These are rapid-fire questions. Candidates may answer only ‘Yes’ or ‘No.’ No elaboration during this segment, please!."

1.1: Constitutional Carry
"Alexander Hamilton called the Second Amendment ‘the best security of a free state.’ He also described the right to bear arms as essential to protect all other rights. Accordingly, as Governor, will you defend constitutional carry for law-abiding citizens without permits or additional state restrictions?"

1.2: Right to Life
"The most fundamental right of all is the right to life.  As Governor, will you defend the right to life for the unborn?"

1.3: Taxes
“As Governor, will you work to reduce Iowa’s overall tax burden by cutting government spending?"

1.4: Eminent Domain
"Private property is sacred, and government power has limits. As Governor, will you oppose the use of eminent domain for private gain?"

1.5: Biological Reality
"Science and biological reality form the foundation of law and policy. Do you believe men can get pregnant?

Moderator Introduction:
"We now move to our Social Issues segment. Each candidate will have up to 60sec to answer each question. Please hold your applause until the end of the Section." With our first Social issues question, we have Scott Counties own Sheriff Tim Lane. Sheriff Lane the podium is yours.

2.1: Corrections, Public Safety and Capacity
"With a prison system that has not expanded in over a generation, and prison capacities at 126%, and a rotating door system of repeat criminal offenders, As Governor, will you significantly increase the prison capacity in Iowa and what would you expect the economic impact of such an expensive endeavor be to the states budget?

2.2: Public Health & Environmental Responsibility
"Iowans are concerned about public health and the environment. With rising cancer rates, the widespread use of pesticides, and the practice of cloud seeding, what policies would you pursue as Governor to ensure corporations and government entities are held accountable while protecting public safety and our natural resources?"

2.3: Education & Parental Rights two part question
"Scott and Muscatine County’s own Senator Kerry Gruengahagen and Scott County Representative Gary Mohr and Mike Vondran are currently working on bills that will require Teacher approval before disciplined students who were removed from the classroom are allowed to return.  First, Do you support these bills, and Second, How will you support students, teachers, and parents against an overreaching educational bureaucracy, while ensuring high academic standards and Teacher/Parent control of the classroom?" 

2.4: Parental Notification & Informed Consent
"Some Leftists are advocating that, for mental health or sensitive health services for children, requiring parental consent may deter minors from seeking care, especially if they fear judgment or repercussions. As Governor, do you support policies that ensure parents are fully notified of any attempt by schools or any government or private agencies to administer vaccinations, drugs or other medical and mental health treatments to their children?"

Moderator Introduction:
"We now move to the Federal Issues segment. While this is a gubernatorial race, federal policy directly impacts Iowa’s economy, agriculture, public safety, and constitutional balance of power. Each candidate will have up to 60 seconds to answer each question.  Please hold your applause until the end of the Section. Our first question Will be asked from the Co-founder and Publisher of the River Cities Reader the premier right leaning publication in the Quad Cities, Todd McGreevy. The questions are about Federal overreach and State Sovereignty. Take it away Todd.

3.1: Federal Overreach & State Sovereignty
"In 2020, Governor Reynolds issued a COVID-19 emergency proclamation citing guidance from the corrupt World Health Organization and Fauci controlled federal Department of Health and human services declarations.  As Iowa’s Governor, would you commit to your fellow Iowans that any emergency proclamations you declare will be supported by Iowa specific facts and not because a federal agency or global Non-Governmental Organization like the W.H.O., or even the World Economic Forum says so, especially when such decisions put Iowan's constitutionally protected rights in jeopardy?"

3.2: Federal Courts & Executive Authority
“In recent years, federal judges, often from a single district, have issued nationwide injunctions blocking presidential executive orders, including actions taken by President Trump on immigration, regulation, and national security.  As Governor, how would you respond when federal and state courts restrict executive actions that Iowa voters support, and what role should states play in pushing back against judicial overreach?"

3.3: Immigration Enforcement & State Cooperation
"Immigration enforcement is primarily a federal responsibility, but its impacts; crime, labor markets, and public safety, are felt locally.  As Governor, what role should Iowa law enforcement agencies play in cooperating with ICE and federal immigration authorities while still prioritizing local public safety and control?"

Moderator Introduction:
“We now turn to State and Local Issues, questions that go to how Iowa governs itself, how trust in our institutions is maintained, and why each candidate believes they are prepared to lead our state. Each candidate will have up to 90 seconds to respond to each question” 

“President Trump and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard have both raised concerns about mail-in voting and electronic voting systems, citing accuracy, cost, and long-standing security vulnerabilities. they have both advocated for paper ballots. Iowa currently relies on privately owned vendors using proprietary systems not available for public inspection. As Governor, would you support legislation requiring our election vendors to either disclose proprietary hardware and software for public review, or be excluded from Iowa elections in favor of voter-verified paper ballots with hand-counted, human audits?” 

4.2: Taxes
"From property tax to sales tax to income tax, Republicans have a long history of working to lower the tax burden on Iowa citizens. As Governor, which path, property, income, or sales tax reform, do you believe is the most effective way to reduce taxes while encouraging economic growth in Iowa?"

4.3: Iowa Farmers & Trade Policy
"During the Trump administration, tariffs and trade negotiations had significant impacts on Iowa farmers. As Governor, how would you support Iowa farmers in navigating tariff and trade issues like these, while ensuring state policy promotes agricultural growth, stability, and access to global markets?"

4.4: Carbon Capture & Energy Policy Three part question (our only one) with the second and Third parts as candidate submitted questions
"According to basic science, Atmospheric Carbon dioxide is a critical gas for Plant photosynthesis and Oxygen production. Outside of leftist, debunked, green new deal environmental proposals, Iowans have yet to hear why removing Carbon dioxide is truly beneficial.  First, do you believe carbon capture is necessary for Iowa’s energy and environmental policy? Second, what is your position on the proposed carbon capture pipeline through our state? Third, AS Governor would you have vetoed House File 639, and Why or why not.

Moderator Introduction:
“We now move to our Contrast with Democrats segment. Candidates will have the opportunity to highlight how Republican leadership differs from Democratic policies in Iowa. Each candidate will have up to 90 seconds to respond to each question." 

5.1: Gubernatorial Race Decision This is a Candidate Question
"Entering a statewide race is a major commitment.  When and Why did you decide to jump into the Governor’s race?" 

5.2: Auditor Oversight and Fraud
"Democratic control in neighboring Minnesota has faced criticism for fraud in programs like daycare and food assistance. As Governor, how will you ensure Iowa taxpayer funds are protected and that these programs serve Iowans in need as a helping hand up, and not a handout?" 

5.3: Iowa State Auditor, Rob Sand
“The presumed Democratic nominee, Rob Sand, is presenting himself as a moderate centrist. In your view, is this an accurate reflection of how he would govern? Comparatively, how would Iowa under your administration differ from Iowa buried under the Sand…...administration?”

One of the greatest Republicans to ever live, Frederick Douglass, after a speech, was asked by an admirer, “What can I do? How can I help?” Without hesitation, Douglass told him, “Agitate. Agitate. Agitate.” If Abraham Lincoln was the Great Emancipator, and Ronald Reagan the Great Communicator, Donald Trump is the Great Agitator, stirring the deep-state leftists to full agitation with a simple idea: to Make America Great Again.