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Catelin Drey

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Catelin Drey is a Democratic candidate for Iowa State Senate District 1 in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Drey earned bachelor's degrees in photography and Spanish from Morningside University in 2010. Her professional experience includes working in marketing, customer service, and financial services. Drey also founded a photography business and the group Moms for Iowa.[1][2]

Bachelor's:
Morningside University, 2010

In their own words

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Iowa's Senate needs more moms. I'm running because

politicians in Des Moines aren’t working for my daughter, for my neighbors or for those who've never had someone in their corner.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Housing, healthcare and childcare should be affordable and attainable for all.Public education should be funded fairly.The wealthy few have taken advantage of the working class to consolidate wealth and power. Those of us at the bottom deserve better.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Improving healthcare, wage inequality and caring for kids and elders with dignity.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

AFL-CIO, ISEA, States Win, Vote Mama, One Iowa Action, Planned Parenthood, Run for Something

Catelin Drey did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2025 Candidate Connection survey.

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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