Tour will highlight issues including fighting for education, rural communities and working families
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack today announced the next stops on his Iowa First tour. Loebsack will be spending the month of August traveling around the state, meeting face to face with Iowans to listen to their thoughts, concerns and ideas. As part of his “Iowa First” Tour, Loebsack will focus on three key areas, including fighting for rural communities, ensuring Iowans have access to quality education and growing the economy and creating good paying jobs across the state. Details for each upcoming stop will be announced at a later time.
“I look forward to touring across Iowa to meet with folks to discuss the issues that are important to them. Whether it is ensuring our rural communities have the resources they need to succeed, growing the economy and creating jobs, or fighting to guarantee every child has access to a quality 21st Century education, I am working to put Iowa First,” said Loebsack.
Wednesday, August 30 “Iowa First” Tour Events
Ensuring Access to a 21st Century Education
As a former educator, Dave knows what it takes for students to succeed in our 21st Century global economy. He will meet administrators, teachers and students, as well as tour various classrooms and innovative programs
Davenport • 1:00pm • Mid-City High School • 3801 Marquette Street
• Dave will meet with administration, teachers, staff and students to learn about their urban farm program
Davenport • 2:15pm • Palmer College • 1000 Brady Street
• Dave will tour the school and meet with the administration to receive an update on the new R. Richard Bittner Athletic & Recreation Center
Growing the Economy and Creating Jobs
Dave will visit with Iowans to discuss what it takes to make their community work. Each stop will include a discussion of the real life impact the Republicans’ proposed budget will have on local communities
Moline • 4:00pm • Mediacom • 3900 26th Avenue
• Dave will tour Mediacom facilities and learn about their new broadband initiative in the Quad Cities.
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