"We must keep this seat in Democratic hands and continue the strong representation established by Congressman Bruce Braley. I have a strong a record of putting good public policy above politics and I will work tirelessly for the citizens of the District, just as I have in each public position I have held in the past. I am running for congress because I truly understand the promise that the United States offers and I want to make sure that every Iowan is given the same opportunity that I had. I am a living testament that the American dream is alive.”