Teresa Perin

Teresa Perin is a candidate for State Representative District 51 Primary Election in 2026 in Iowa State House District 51, Iowa.

High school English teacher and farmer in Rhodes, IA

Also running: Brett Barker, Shane Heintz.

Teresa Perin is a lifelong Iowan, mother, grandmother, and Marshalltown High School English teacher, retiring after a 32-year career, and a farmer. Running for Iowa House District 51 as a Democrat in 2026, she's driven by patriotic duty to serve communities lacking Democratic representation. Her priorities include revitalizing rural areas, supporting family farms (protecting them from eminent domain), fully funding public schools, and improving water quality. Perin advocates addressing radon, defending public education and unions, and fostering a fresh start from extreme ideas, particularly those affecting women. She stresses working across the aisle to improve Iowa's economy.