DES MOINES, Iowa — Adam Steen, a Republican and former director of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services, has announced his candidacy for governor.

Steen announced his candidacy for governor at a campaign kickoff event in Pleasant Hill on Tuesday.

As the gubernatorial race unfolds, Steen’s entry adds another dimension to the contest, with his focus on faith-based values.

He joins a crowded field of candidates vying for the governorship. Among the Republicans, he faces competition from Eddie Andrews, Brad Sherman, Randy Feenstra, and Mike Bousselot.

On the Democratic side, candidates include Rob Sand, Julie Stauch, Paul Dahl, and Sondra Wilson.

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