DES MOINES - The Iowa Democratic Party today released a Web ad showing Brad Zaun’s real “experience” in political office. In April 2001, while he was the mayor of Urbandale, Zaun was told by police to stay away from his ex-girlfriend; after showing up at her house, pounding on the door, and calling her names.

“Brad Zaun’s record speaks for itself. This type of behavior isn’t acceptable from any elected official or candidate for public office,” said Iowa Democratic Party Executive Director Norm Sterzenbach. “We’re releasing this Web ad because voters in the 3rd Congressional District deserve to know Brad Zaun’s past and the character of the man who wants to represent them.”

According to a 2001 West Des Moines Police report, Brad Zaun’s ex-girlfriend accused him of harassing behavior and police were called to her house. The report shows Zaun pounded on her windows and doors, while yelling insulting names. This wasn’t the first time either, the report also stated Zaun had “come to her home uninvited several times within the past year” and that he “sounded intoxicated” when police arrived.

“Brad Zaun lacks the judgement and leadership experience to represent Iowans,” added Sterzenbach.

Source: The Des Moines Register, “Congressional candidate Brad Zaun told in ’01 to stay away from former girlfriend,” 8/19/10