Iowa City, Ia (KCRG) – A Southeast Iowa Congressman has declared his support for one of the many Democratic Presidential Candidates in the 2020 Election.
Rep. Dave Loebsack announced his endorsement for Pete Buttigieg in a social media post and joint statement between himself and the South Bend mayor’s campaign. The endorsement was made with just over three weeks before the 2020 Iowa caucuses.
Loebsack cited Buttigieg’s youth, temperament, and a belief that he was the best candidate to bridge political divides as factors in his decision to endorse.
“Pete is the candidate that can heal our divides, restore decency to the presidency, and bring this country together,” Loebsack said.
Loebsack, who represents Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District was the second Democratic member of Iowa’s congressional delegation to announce an endorsement. 1st District Rep. Abby Finkenauer gave her support to former Vice President Joe Biden earlier in January.
