Despite the repeated effort by Branstad and the Republicans to convince Iowans that we are in a dire situation, recent reports show that just isn’t true.  In a recent press release, State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald said,

“The State of Iowa is in a strong financial position.  Governor Branstad is trying to convince Iowans there is a fiscal mess to clean up.  I’ve been sending the same message for over a year – Iowa is fiscally sound.”

Furthermore, Fitzgerald emphasized a balanced budget, a projected $400 million dollar surplus, $600 million in the reserves, and a AAA credit rating as indicators, proving that anyone who says that Iowa is broke needs to check their facts.

Fitzgerald also responded to Branstad’s claim that there is a “new sheriff in town” by saying,

“This isn’t the Wild West…We are looking for a leader that can compromise and do what is in the best interest of all Iowans.  I urge the Governor to take off the sheriff’s badge, roll up his sleeves and work on a compromise for all Iowans.”