Matt Blake

Husband to an amazing optometrist and dad to Saxon and Ellis. Attorney and a JAG in the IAARNG. Iowa Senator-Elect for SD22.

Candidate for Iowa State Senate.

[The NewDEAL @NewDEALLeaders]

@rep_mina @KevinVolkAZ @LopezForSup @KyleEvansGay @BenSorensen @Seth_C_Clark Guided by is background of service as a veteran, State Senator @MattBlake_IA is working to expand clean energy and deliver on affordability for everyday citizens. Join us in welcoming him to the NewDEAL! #NDLfall2025

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

This week at Capitol we had both wins and losses. Why do we keep hurting Iowans?

[Sarah Trone Garriott @SarahforIowa]

Lutherans showed up in force yesterday for Lutheran Day on the Hill with @lsiowa
A lot of them live in @MattBlake_IA’s District!

[Iowa Senate Democrats @IowaSenate]

Sen. Blake introduced three amendments to SF 418, seeking to reintroduce anti-discrimination protections for employment, housing, and credit. All were unanimously voted down by Senate Republicans.

[AARP Iowa @aarpiowa]

Thanks to all the Iowa legislators who met with volunteers and constituents at the Capitol yesterday to learn more about our legislative priorities, including a bill to make it easier for homeowners to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit on their property: https://t.co/Oevzx3HzlL

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

Week Three at the Capitol:

Welcoming a new Senator and continuing the fight for better funding for Iowa public schools.

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

It's a C3P0 type of morning.

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

I would like the memo next time. I have several pink ties.

[Sarah Trone Garriott @SarahforIowa]

No @MattBlake_IA you CAN’T sit with us…you are not wearing pink.

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

Congratulations @janice4iowa! I look forward to working with you.

[Iowa Senate Democrats @IowaSenate]

Sen. Janice Weiner has been elected by her colleagues as the new leader of the Iowa Senate Democrats. Read the statement here: https://t.co/z1WdVRyD6f

[Run for Something @runforsomething]

𝗪𝗜𝗡: Congrats Matt Blake on your State Senate, District 22 win! Matt focuses on protecting public education, preserving Iowa's natural resources, and supporting a woman's right to make choices regarding her health.

[Save the Children Action Network @SCActionNetwork]

✅ Congrats to @MattBlake_IA on his victory in Iowa! Together, with our IA volunteers, we've:

- Called 14,998 voters
- Texted 13,888 voters
- Reached 117,000 voters through digital ads

Together, we can move the needle forward to give Iowa's kids the strongest start in life.

[Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee @DLCC]

BREAKING: @MattBlake_IA just FLIPPED Iowa’s SD-22!

Matt is committed to bringing common sense and mutual respect back to the state Senate at a time when unpopular, extremist legislation threatens Iowans’ fundamental freedoms.

[Zach Wahls @ZachWahls]

Incredible turnout for #GOTV kickoff for @lanon_baccam, @MattBlake_IA, and @TiaraForIowa!! Time to hit the doors.

[Save the Children Action Network @SCActionNetwork]

This November, let's make sure our kids get the strong start they need in life by electing leaders who will #InvestInKids!

In Iowa, @MattBlake_IA supports programs to ensure kids get the strong start they need in life.

We urge voters to vote for Matt! https://t.co/Kgq7FpEwix

[Former Iowa State Rep Karin Derry @KarinDerry4Iowa]

Thanks to Brad Zaun and Eddie Andrews, our local schools lost $1million+ in funding.😢

If you believe public money should go to public schools, vote for @MattBlake_IA & @TiaraForIowa

[Planned Parenthood Advocates of Iowa @ppadvocatesia]

We still got doors to knock! 🚪 Join us on Wednesday, October 16 for a canvassing event for @MattBlake_IA and @TiaraForIowa. Together, we can make a difference.

Sign up and bring a friend! https://t.co/T2U7vIinMO

[Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee @DLCC]

It’s not just Trump who poses a threat to democracy – his MAGA minions in the states are eroding voting rights.

That’s why we have to elect Democracy Defenders like these 10 candidates running in some of the most competitive state legislative races: https://t.co/cTSdN1mD4O

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

It was great sharing my story, campaign, and passion for public service. Iowans and voters in Senate District 22 are ready for a change in leadership in November!

https://t.co/us2Tcgntza

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

I actually support our teachers and public schools.

[Matt Blake @MattBlake_IA]

Proud to have this endorsement!

[Iowans for Health Liberty @Iowans4HealthL]

We’re proud to endorse @MattBlake_IA for Iowa Senate District 22! As a JAG Major and former City Councilman, Matt’s ready to fight for reproductive freedom and protect Iowans’ rights.

#VoteIowa #EndorsedCandidate #ReproductiveRights #vote2024