Tim Burrack, a farmer and staunch supporter of and donor to Republican candidates, said at first he was uncertain about Zach Lahn, the Republican candidate for governor.
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Republican Iowa gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn speaks during a campaign event on agriculture policy at a farm near Arlington on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.
Erin Murphy, Cedar Rapids Gazette
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Republican Iowa gubernatorial candidate Zach Lahn speaks during a campaign event at a coffee shop in Waverly on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026.
Erin Murphy, Cedar Rapids Gazette
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