#81 – Governor Candidate Eddie Andrews: Mental Health Reform, Property Rights, Property Taxes, Education, Medical Freedom, and Protecting Girls' Sports
Description
This is my longest and most powerful episode yet—nearly two hours with Iowa Gubernatorial Candidate and State Rep. Eddie Andrews.
We dive deep into:
The personal loss that launched his run for office
Mental health reform
Parental rights and education
Medical freedom and pandemic policy
Property rights and landowner protection
Immigration, taxation, energy policy, and more
Whether you agree with him or not, Eddie brings honesty, compassion, and integrity to every issue—and you’ll walk away with a clearer view of what drives him.
🎧 Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Eddie Andrews
09:10 Personal Journey into Politics
22:56 Standing Up During COVID
30:01 Parental Rights and Education
38:04 Gender Identity and Civil Rights
46:34 Mental Health and Medical Ethics
59:47 Engaging in Political Discourse
01:00:12 Legislative Priorities and Gubernatorial Aspirations
01:01:35 Landowner Rights and Property Issues
01:05:19 Community Questions on Immigration Policy
01:12:20 Property Tax Reform Challenges
01:23:03 Wind Energy and Its Implications
01:25:35 Emergency Powers and Government Accountability
01:33:38 Revamping Education in Iowa
01:41:19 Navigating Political Differences in Family Dynamics
🎯 Key Takeaways
Eddie is running not for status, but to make a difference
His advocacy is deeply personal and policy-driven
He believes in open dialogue, data-informed decisions, and moral clarity
Iowa needs strong voices for freedom, mental health, and education reform
Compassion and courage are not mutually exclusive in politics
🌐 Links
Support Eddie: www.eddie4iowa.com
Support this podcast: www.patreon.com/oliverbardwell
Learn more: www.oliver4iowa.com
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