DES MOINES – Last week, Rep. Steve King introduced an amendment that would have blocked Harriet Tubman from appearing on the $20 bill. The amendment failed to make it to the floor for debate, but it is just the latest example of King’s ineffectiveness as a Congressman.
In response to Rep. Steve King’s failed amendment, IDP Chair Andy McGuire issued the following statement:
“Rep. Steve King’s divisive rhetoric and political posturing is nothing new. Like most of his outrageous proposals, this amendment went nowhere, which is one of the reasons King has been named one of the least effective members of Congress.”
“For King, a Congressman who has based his entire career on hate speech and xenophobic policies, to accuse President Obama of dividing the country is the definition of hypocrisy. The truth is Rep. King is more interested in grabbing headlines than in improving the quality of life for Iowans in the 4th district.”
“Iowa Democrats stand firmly behind Kim Weaver, who unlike King, embodies the leadership and compassion that Iowans in the 4th district deserve.”
Steve King was quoted in Politico, saying “It’s not about Harriet Tubman, it’s about keeping the picture on the $20. Why would you want to change that? I am a conservative, I like to keep what we have.”