As a scholar, he was an early exponent of the horseshoe theory of political ideology.

Taylor taught at Dordt University for eight years prior to running for public office in 2020.

[2] In October 2019, Taylor announced that he would be seeking election to the Iowa Senate,[1][3] as incumbent Randy Feenstra vacated the seat to run for the United States House of Representatives.

[4][5] Taylor's candidacy in the Republican Party primary was certified in February 2020.

[6][7] Taylor reported that more than 250 signatures were submitted in his petition for ballot access.