Background:
My name is Rory Taylor, and I am a candidate running for House District 22. I was raised in Bevington, Iowa, and attended Martensdale-St. Mary’s Community Schools. After that, I went to Des Moines Area Community College for two years, earning an Associate of Arts Degree. After DMACC, I transferred to Iowa State University. I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History. My education also included a minor in Political Science, along with my teaching and coaching certification.
I served in the US Army. Also, I have worked as a public school teacher. Along with that, I have been involved with multiple committees at my local church. I also volunteered as a Boy Scouts leader. As a Boy Scouts leader, I served as Unit Commissioner. I also worked as an Assistant District Commissioner. Additionally, I held the role of Commissioner for the Bo Qui and Twin Rivers Districts. I served as an Assistant Scoutmaster for the 2013 National Jamboree. Then, I was the Contingent Leader for Mid Iowa Council at the 2017 National Jamboree.
Iowan Roots:
I have lived in Norwalk, Iowa, for the past thirty years with my wife and two children. I belong to the Cumming American Legion Post 562, serving in the Honor Guard. Along with that, I a member of the International Association of Machinists. I am also a member of the Iowa Genealogical Society. Additionally, I belong to the Tall Dog Bike Club (Bicycle).
My roots run deep in the State of Iowa. My Great, Great, Great Grandfather Robert W. Lumpkin settled in Linn Township, Dallas County, Iowa in 1856. My Great, Great Grandfather Matthew A. Taylor settled in Squaw Township, Warren County, Iowa in 1866. His father brought him to Iowa with two of his brothers to settle on land his uncle had purchased. My family settled in the four Townships of Jackson, Virginia, Squaw, and White Oak.
Military History:
My family has also done their part in the founding and defense of this Country. I had two Grandfathers serve in the Revolutionary War. One served in the War of 1812. Two served in the Civil War. My Father and two of his younger brothers served in World War II. His youngest brothers served in the Korean Conflict. As I mentioned before, I served in the Army. A brother served in the Navy. A sister served in the Marine Corps.
Why I’m Running:
I was raised during some of the most turbulent times in our Nation’s History. I lived through the Vietnam War and the Civil Rights Movement. Today’s world also has had its moments. I believe it’s time to put truth and accountability back in politics. I believe the true measure of a leader is in his service to his community. That is why I, Rory Taylor, am running as a candidate for House District 22. You deserve a representative who serves all Iowans, not just the special interests of a few.
