#80 A New Generation of Leadership: Rep. Taylor Collins on DEI, Property Taxes & the Future of Iowa

At just 29 years old, Iowa State Representative Taylor Collins has already built a résumé that rivals most political veterans—farm manager, small business owner, former advisor to Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg, and now chair of the House Higher Education Committee.

In this candid and wide-ranging interview, Rep. Collins joins me to discuss the most pressing battles facing Iowa—starting with his bold efforts to dismantle taxpayer-funded DEI programs in public and private colleges. From the inside story on HF 856 and HSB 60 to the behind-the-scenes negotiations on gender ideology, curriculum reform, and tuition relief, this episode takes you deep into the front lines of Iowa’s conservative policy movement.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Taylor Collins: A Rising Star in Iowa Politics

06:00 Education and Experiences in Higher Education

11:57 Legislative Efforts and DEI Legislation

15:41 Political Landscape and Upcoming Elections

19:29 Legislative Achievements and Key Issues

20:49 Compassionate Approaches to Gender Identity Legislation

22:14 The Disconnect in Political Ideologies

23:59 The Future of the Democratic Party in Iowa

25:10 The Role of County Supervisors in Property Tax Management

27:12 Collaboration in Local Government

29:58 Efficiency in Local Government Services

30:56 Property Tax Challenges and Legislative Solutions

33:37 Innovative Ideas for Property Tax Management

34:42 The Impact of Inflation on Property Taxes

37:08 Addressing Senior Property Tax Burdens

39:22 Public vs. Private School Funding Disparities

40:22 Challenges Facing Iowa Farmers

43:22 The Veto of the Property Rights Bill

46:02 Governor Reynolds' Decision Not to Run Again

47:30 Future Legislative Goals in Higher Education

48:02 Governance Reform in Education

49:51 Challenges of Indoctrination in Education

50:58 The Backlash Against Social Justice

51:41 Terminology and Its Impact on Discourse

52:38 Messaging and Legislative Challenges

54:05 Trade Deals and National Security

56:09 Immigration and Criminal Justice

58:30 The Dilemma of Amnesty and Immigration Reform

01:00:05 The Call to Service in Politics

🔻 Whether you're a policy nerd, grassroots activist, or simply an Iowan who cares about truth and freedom—this episode will inform, inspire, and fire you up.

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