LATHAM SUPPORTS CORPORATIONS OVER IOWANS
Submitted by Tom on Thu, 2010-07-01 07:35
I suppose it is no surprise that our congressman would support big corporations over the people and allow the corporations to anonymously savage political candidates. Latham voted no on the Democracy is Strengthened by Casting Light on Spending in Elections (DISCLOSE ) Act.
MASKE VS. LATHAM ON McCHRYSTAL OUSTER
Submitted by Tom on Thu, 2010-06-24 08:25
Amost every politician saw President Obama making the right call on McChrystal, but Latham can't quite support it:
Rep. Tom Latham, R-Ames:
"General McChrystal has earned the gratitude of every American with his distinguished service. ... However, I respect President Obama's constitutional authority as our commander in chief to choose the men and women he thinks are best suited to carry out his strategy in Afghanistan. It is unfortunate that the replacement of General McChrystal comes at a time of critical importance in the counterinsurgency strategy he was carrying out under the president's orders."
Bill Maske, in contrast, was spot on:
Bill Maske, D-Truro, 4th District:
"General McChrystal's comments and behavior were insubordinate and undignified. If he had problems with the White House, he should have shown the class and courage to take these issues up directly with the president. President Obama's decision to fire General McChrystal is entirely justifiable and necessary. General Petraeus will provide a smooth and consistent transition in leadership."