Former Pioneer linebacker Pat Ritter '08 won the Democratic primary election in Iowa State House District 55, covering parts of Winneshiek, Fayette, and Clayton counties. His campaign platform involves fully funding public schools, passing a clean water initiative, and improving programs for small business startup and growth. Pat lives in West Union with his wife Chandra and two children.
The Iowa Starting Line blog recently ran a story featuring Ritter, which you can read here: http://iowastartingline.com/2016/06/13/youth-movement-democrats-turn-to-younger-candidates-in-primary/
His website is http://www.ritterforiowa.com/
Good luck Pat! Keep up the good work!
