A poll in the field this week is testing dozens of messages about the two Democrats running for governor, State Auditor Rob Sand and Julie Stauch, who has worked for many Democratic campaigns and nonprofit organizations. Definitely Rob SandLean toward Rob SandLean toward Julie StauchDefinitely Julie StauchNot sureHere is what some Democrats in Iowa are saying about Rob Sand. Definitely Rob SandLean toward Rob SandLean toward Julie StauchDefinitely Julie StauchNot sure33. Top image of Rob Sand comes from an interview Laura Belin recorded outside the Manning Regional Healthcare Center on July 5, 2025. Top image of Julie Stauch comes from an interview Laura Belin recorded at the Ames Public Library on August 21, 2025.