We can all recall the school yard bully and loud mouth. They were the actor who played out the scenes contrived by others because of the reinforcing attention which came their way. While this person received all of the attention and appeared to be acting alone, the fact-of-the-matter was they were really too cowardly to act independently.

So in march the congressional twins of Iowa, Steve King and Tom Latham. Steve King opens his mouth, and everyone thinks he is the only bad boy from Iowa, when in fact, Tom Latham is in cahoots all the way. Steve King calls President Obama racist, but it is not just King’s hands that are dirty. He has a partner in crime, and if you don’t believe it, go to http://www.ontheissues.org and check out their civil rights voting records.

Better yet — ask Tom Latham to publically disavow and condemn King’s statement.

As the voting records will support, Tom Latham is just the silent partner in this team. As shameful as Steve King's behavior is, at least he lets us know just where he stands. Tom Latham, on the other hand, chooses to work from the shadows. We all knew people like him in school.

Just like those we knew in school, Tom Latham counts on people to pay attention to the one who acts out. He counts on people to remain oblivious to what is really behind his smile. Well, the day of reckoning is coming, and it is time for the voters to say loud and clear to Tom Latham, "We won’t be fooled again!"

There is no place in our country for bigotry and discrimination. Tom Latham’s voting record on a full range of issues validates the kinship between him and Steve King. It is time to send Tom Latham packing and elect someone dedicated to the realization of economic and social justice!

Bill Maske

Maske for Congress Website

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