- Hinson has been criticized in local media for using divisive language in communications with constituents, despite public claims of promoting unity (Gazette Letter to the Editor, 1/22/21).
- Repeated use of “socialism” to attack Democrats has been called out as disingenuous given widespread Iowan support for programs like Social Security and Medicare (Gazette Letter to the Editor, 1/22/21).
- Public remarks and messaging risk alienating moderate voters by reinforcing partisan divides.
- Hinson’s team has dismissed significant national issues (such as the Jan. 6 Committee) as media “obsession,” which could be perceived as out of touch with voter concerns about democracy and accountability (Gazette, 12/19/22).
- These communication choices provide opponents with opportunities to question Hinson’s authenticity and commitment to bipartisan cooperation.
2021: Letter Writer Catheryn Irvine Stated Ashley Hinson Used Divisive Language in Constituent Letter According to a letter to the editor published in Gazette, "Despite her website's claim that she is 'committed to unifying our country' and attempting to 'work together for Iowa,' Hisnon's letter used divisive language — 'I stand against the Democrats' agenda to overhaul our democracy ...(packing the courts)." [Letter to the Editor - Gazette (Cedar Rapids, IA), 1/22/21]
2021: Letter Writer Catheryn Irvine Stated Ashley Hinson Used 'Socialism' Twice to Attack Democrats According to a letter to the editor published in Gazette, "She chose to use 'socialism' twice in attacking the Democrats even though Iowans believe in Social Security and Medicare." [Letter to the Editor - Gazette (Cedar Rapids, IA), 1/22/21]
December 2022: Hinson's Spokeswoman Stated Hinson Would Focus On Iowan Concerns Rather Than Jan. 6 Committee Actions According to Gazette, "While the media remains obsessed with the Jan. 6 Committee, Rep. Hinson will continue to be laser focused on the issues that Iowans are talking about around their kitchen tables every night: how they're going to pay the bills in the Biden economy, securing the border, and restoring American energy independence." [Gazette, 12/19/22]