U.S. House of Representatives candidate Rita Hart was in Knoxville Saturday for a “Backyard Talk” as part of her campaign. She says that if elected, she will use her acquired listening skills to make sure every Iowan’s voice is heard on issues important to them.

“I’m always listening for those voices that are not being heard. The voices that may have the most important thing that can really make a difference. I’m proud to have Democrats, Republicans, Independents, who are supporting this campaign. I think it’s important to listen to all of those voices so we can come up with solutions to the big problems we’re facing today.”

Hart is a Democrat running for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District seat against Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks. Incumbent Democrat Dave Loebsack is not seeking reelection.