Oldson, Jo (1956-)
Dates
- Existence: 1956-
Biography
Jo Oldson was born in 1956 in Eagle Grove. After earning a bachelors degree and a J.D. from Drake, she worked as an advisor to Governor Tom Vilsack and as the first deputy to the Iowa insurance commissioner. A Democrat, Oldson represented parts of the Des Moines area in the Iowa House for 20 years, serving District 61 from 2003-2013 and District 41 from 2013-2023.
Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:
Audio recording, February 18, 2020
Audio recording of an interview with Iowa state legislator Jennifer Konfrst about her legislative service and the role of gender in politics, including a brief discussion of the need for legislation allowing women to use campaign funds for child care.
Audio recording, January 15, 2020
Audio recording of an interview with Iowa state legislator Jo Oldson about her legislative service, the role of gender in politics, and advice for other women running for office.
Transcript, February 18, 2020
Transcript of an interview with Iowa state legislator Jennifer Konfrst about her legislative service and the role of gender in politics, including a brief discussion of the need for legislation allowing women to use campaign funds for child care.
Transcript, January 15, 2020
Transcript of an interview with Iowa state legislator Jo Oldson about her legislative service, the role of gender in politics, and advice for other women running for office.