Quick Facts
Biography
Nate Boulton is an American lawyer and politician currently serving in the Iowa Senate. Boulton, a Democrat, represents the 16th district. Boulton was first elected in 2016 to replace retiring Democratic Senator Dick Dearden. On May 4, 2017 Boulton announced his candidacy for Iowa Governor with a video on Twitter.
Early life and education
Law practice
State Senate
Nate Boulton was first elected to Iowa's 16th State Senate district in 2016, winning the seat previously held by Democrat Dick Dearden.
Gubernatorial campaign
On May 4, 2017 Boulton announced his candidacy for Governor of Iowa. His platform includes fighting for workers' rights, as he was an outspoken opponent of the collective bargaining bill that was passed by the Republican led Iowa Legislature. He also voiced strong support for public education in Iowa.
Former Presidential Candidate Martin O'Malley lauded Boulton's announcement, writing on Twitter, "The future is now. Congratulations @NateBoulton on entering the race for #IAGov #iapolitics".
Electoral history
| Election | Political result | Candidate | Party | Votes | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State Senate primary elections, 2016 District 16 Turnout: 3,054 | Democratic | Nate Boulton | Democratic | 1,614 | 52.85% | ||
| Pam Dearden Conner | Democratic | 1,438 | 47.09% | ||||
| Write-In | Democratic | 2 | 0.07% | ||||
| Iowa State Senate elections, 2016 District 16 Turnout: 23,485 | Democratic hold | Nate Boulton | Democratic | 14,046 | 59.81% | ||
| Mike Pryor | Republican | 8,114 | 34.55% | ||||
| Christopher Whiteing | Libertarian | 1,254 | 5.34% | ||||
| Write-In | 71 | 0.30% | |||||