"If you want to make a difference you have to get involved," said Aina Brown of Johnston. She supports Huckabee. Her 16-year-old daughter Elizabeth is soaking it all in and is excited after learning about the process from a civics class.

Sheila Condon from Ames said she wants to learn more about Sam Brownback and Mike Huckabee before casting a vote. She likes Huckabee's stance on illegal immigration and Brownback's conservative stances on issues like abortion.