Sand presents ‘distinctions’ with opponent’s positions during cancer forum

By: Robin Opsahl

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: July 28, 2026

Words: 1,154

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand said he would support increasing pediatric cancer research funding, raising taxes on tobacco and nicotine products and ensuring access to cancer-preventing vaccines — but warned advocates Tuesday these actions will require GOP support.

Sand, a Democrat who currently serves as Iowa state auditor, met with organizers and volunteers with the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network at The Empire in Des Moines Tuesday for a “coffee cancer chat.” It was part …

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