Investigation shows Iowa congressman lining up for pork projects 

DES MOINES – Congressman Steve King rails against government spending in public, but that hasn’t stopped him from seeking out pork projects in Washington. An investigation by Newsweek shows that Tea Party Republicans, including King, whose supporters advocate for smaller government and less spending, can’t resist asking for millions in government spending.

“Steve King’s hypocrisy on government spending confirms what many Iowans already know: he talks a big game, but can’t follow through with results,” said Iowa Democratic Party Chairwoman Sue Dvorsky. “Steve King pushed our nation towards default under the guise of fiscal responsibility, but continues to demand millions in pork projects. He paints himself as someone fighting for solutions, but he’s really part of the problem.”

Tea Party Republicans like Steve King were cited as a major reason for the loss of the nation’s triple-A bond rating in August. Standard & Poor’s cited skepticism about the seriousness of a default among some lawmakers as a key factor in their decision. King was one of the more outspoken members of Congress, repeatedly saying that a default would not occur, in order to avoid negotiating with Democrats.

“Iowans deserve someone who will bring change to Washington and get results,” added Dvorsky.

King Heads to Texas for Cain-Gingrich Debate

DES MOINES – Steve King is back on the road, keeping his attention directed at the Republican presidential candidates instead of on his constituents in Iowa. It was announced yesterday that King would head to Texas to moderate a Lincoln-Douglas style debate between GOP hopefuls Herman Cain and Newt Gingrich, the latest in a string of hyper-partisan appearances.

“Looking at Steve King’s priorities, it’s clear that he is unwilling to put Iowa first,” said Iowa Democratic Party Chairwoman Sue Dvorsky. “Instead of facing the tough questions from Iowans who want to know why Steve King voted against disaster aid or why he thinks health care should be harder for women to access, he’s chasing after Herman Cain and Newt Gingrich.”

King will moderate a November 5^th debate in Houston between Newt Gingrich and Herman Cain. This year, King has already traveled to South Caroline to moderate a Tea Party debate and to Michigan to campaign for Rep. Pete Hoekstra.

“Steve King has yet to produce results for his district. Iowans deserve someone who will put partisan politics aside and go to work for them in Washington,” added Dvorsky.

More information about Steve King’s travel across the country to support Tea Party Republicans, visit NotWorkingForIowa.com/KPS.