David Johnson is committed to education

I will be voting for David Johnson on June 5 for the Democratic primary for State House, 73rd District. I served with David on the West Branch City Council and was very impressed with his commitment to his constituents and attention to detail.

His opponent has been touting his experience as a member of the school board, which I'm sure is exceptional, but David's commitment to education cannot be denied. As an employee of the University of Iowa, who certifies our veterans for the GI Bill (a bill that he used to get his education), he knows the value of funding public education. He is a product of public education.

But education is only one piece of the puzzle. As a City Council member, David had to balance the needs of many city departments vying for limited funds. These departments included police, fire, water and sewer, streets and sidewalks, public library, parks and recreation as well as administrative costs. All of these factors played a role in the budget process.

This is the type of well-rounded experience that is needed at the State House. This is not the type of experience that one gets serving on a school board. Please join me in voting for David Johnson on June 5.

Dorma Gunnells

West Branch