Robert Leonard

Leonard's Substack is Deep Midwest: Politics and Culture and he lives in Knoxville, Iowa

Recent Articles

Why Senator Tim Scott Failed in Iowa

Three key reasons that Senator Tim Scott couldn't get his presidential campaign off the ground in Iowa.

By Robert Leonard

Aging Americans Need New Immigrants to Help

As Americans age, states across the country are struggling to fill jobs in the health and care sectors. New immigrants would help.

By Kristie De Peña and Robert Leonard

Nikki Haley Has a Path to the White House

In Iowa Nikki Haley is showing how she could take her campaign all the way to the White House

By Robert Leonard

Rural America’s Revival Depends on Immigrants

At the Iowa State Capitol during the legislative session in early March, shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine, I encountered a group of teenage girls from other countries on a State Department sponsored tour. I asked...

By Robert Leonard

Millions of Americans Face Food Insecurity. They Need Help.

As 2020 draws to a close, and as we break bread with our loved ones this holiday season, we might consider turning our thoughts and prayers towards our neighbors who aren’t so lucky. In the...

By Beto O'Rourke , Matt Russell and Robert Leonard
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