Gorsh values public education

Thank you for printing opinion pieces by candidates running for offices outside of Linn and Johnson counties. I’ll comment on two Iowa County candidates running for House District 91; Jay Gorsh and Judd Lawler.

Gorsh, as a former public schoolteacher, supports adequate funding for public schools and stakeholder input regarding important decisions. In contrast, Lawler spins fact-free, Republican talking points about education. He states students are taught they are unfairly privileged and have been born in a country that is uniquely evil.

I emailed Lawler and left a voicemail in order to ask questions about his views. He did not reply to either attempt. In addition, the Oct. 20 Gazette reported he did not respond to their candidate questionnaire.

A sample of questions that need answers

How often have you been in HD 91’s public schools in the past year?

What is an example of HD 91 students being taught our country is uniquely evil?

If you win the election, will you become more transparent by participating in public forums, and responding to area newspapers and HD91 constituents?

Jay Gorsh has spent time in 50 Iowa public school districts as part of his job. He has demonstrated he will be present at public events as a show of respect for HD 91 constituents. Gorsh deserves your vote on November 5th.

Betty Stiefel

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