Sinikka Waugh
Sinikka Waugh District 11 covers parts of Marion, Warren Counties. Sinikka Waugh earned a high school diploma from Air Academy High School, a bachelor's degree from Central College in 1996, and a graduate degree from the University of Iowa in 1999. Her career experience includes working as a business owner and president.
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“I'm Sinikka Waugh, a small business owner and mom running for Iowa Senate District 11 in Warren and Marion counties.”
(Candidate statement) “For eighteen years, I've built a business here, hired and supported local workers, and shown up every day for my family, church and community.”
(Candidate statement) “I love Iowa and believe government should work the same way small businesses do: listen first, address problems, and be accountable.”
(Candidate statement)Hollie Zajicek
Hollie Zajicek District 11 covers parts of Marion, Warren Counties. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Hollie Zajicek faces Sinikka Waugh for the District 11 seat currently held by Vacant (formerly Julian B. Garrett, R).
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“In the Iowa Senate, I will fight every day to enact pro-family, pro‑freedom, pro‑growth reforms in state government and ensure Iowa remains a place people want to live and invest.”
(Candidate statement) “But when it came time to decide where to truly build her life, the choice was clear: she returned home to Iowa to be near family and plant deep roots in the place she loves. Hollie is married to Dave Zajicek, a Major in the Iowa Air National Guard, continuing a lifelong family tradition of service to our country and community.”
(Candidate statement) “Hollie is married to Dave Zajicek, a Major in the Iowa Air National Guard, continuing a lifelong family tradition of service to our country and community.”
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