Travis Terrell is a working-class candidate running for Congress in Iowa’s 1st District. Growing up in Ottumwa, Iowa, he saw firsthand the challenges many families face, including watching his mother continue working even after a serious injury, just to get by. Those experiences shaped his belief that government should work for the people who rely on it most.
Terrell has worked a wide range of jobs, including in restaurants, retail, a meatpacking plant, and healthcare, giving him a firsthand understanding of the economic and healthcare challenges facing working Americans.
He is running a people-powered campaign, refusing corporate donations, and advocating for real reform that takes power back from corporations.
His priorities include universal healthcare, stronger worker protections, and reduced influence of money in politics.
Known for his direct and authentic approach, Terrell is focused on restoring trust in government and ensuring it delivers real results for working people across Iowa’s 1st District.