Dem Candidate's Past Prayer Defense Sparks Attacks from Republicans Over Pagan Roots
Sarah Trone Garriott faces escalating attacks from Republicans in her Iowa Democratic race, who are targeting her past defenses of a Wiccan-led statehouse prayer and pagan outreach efforts. The Democrats' candidate is being scrutinized for her previous writings arguing for inclusion of non-Christian prayers in the legislative process.
Iowa Democratic candidate Sarah Trone Garriott is facing scrutiny over her past writings defending a Wiccan-led statehouse prayer, with Republicans labeling her 'Pagan' and criticizing her stance on religious freedom. The attacks come as she competes in the battleground state's 2nd congressional district seat. Garriott has argued that the prayer was an opportunity to bring people together, but critics say it undermines traditional Christian values. Her opponents are trying to capitalize on these perceived differences in their campaign messaging.
