WATCH: Pastor and state Rep. Lindsay James takes on US Rep. Ashley Hinson (PT 3) – Cornhole Champions #36

Can Democrats flip one of Iowa’s reddest congressional districts? State Representative Lindsay James thinks so.

On this episode of Cornhole Champions, Zachary Oren Smith sits down with the Dubuque legislator who’s spent seven years fighting for insulin access and affordable healthcare in the Iowa House.

Toss some bags at “no” tax on tips… merit pay for teachers… a Sioux City special election next week… and a new candidate taking on US Rep. Ashley Hinson.

Cornhole Champions is a weekly podcast powered by Iowa Starting Line with music by Avery Mossman and show art by Desirée Tapia. We are a proud member of the Iowa Writers Collaborative.

*SHOW RUNDOWN:*
01:30 – Why Lindsay James is Challenging Ashley Hinson in 2026
03:30 – The Impossible Choices: Rent vs. Life-Saving Medication
05:00 – Republican Leadership Kills Insulin Access Bill
07:00 – Pharmaceutical Lobbyists Run the Iowa Legislature
09:00 – Ashley Hinson’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Moral Failure
10:30 – Iowa’s Cancer Crisis: Worst Rising Rates in America
12:30 – How Faith Drives Progressive Politics (Good Samaritan)
14:00 – Taking on a $5 Million GOP Fundraising Machine

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