Former School Superintendent Runs For State Senate

(Le Mars) — As we reported on Thursday, former Le Mars Community School District Superintendent Dr. Todd Wendt of Le Mars is seeking a position at the State Senate.  Wendt says he will run as a Democrat, for the State Senate District number 3, but acknowledges an uphill challenge, since the district is predominately classified as Republican-based.  Still, Wendt says he is ready for the challenge, and believes people will reflect on his performance as a school
administrator.

Wendt clarifies his stance and position as a moderate Democrat.

The former school administrator says it is time Iowans come together with shared mutual priorities.

Wendt also believes it is not good for the state government to be entirely controlled by one political party.

State Senator Bill Anderson has announced he will be resigning from political office in November to become the Economic Development Director for Cherokee.  Wendt says he doesn’t know of other candidates seeking the position for the
Democrats, but admits it will need to go to a nominating committee convention.

Wendt says at this point in time, he is not aware of anyone else seeking nomination on the Democratic ticket.  Next week, KLEM news will feature a series of reports with Dr. Todd Wendt as we
discuss issues of interest to the state legislature.