(Le Mars) — Saying “what’s good for Iowa is good for the nation.” State Senator
Rick Bertrand brought his message to Le Mars Thursday afternoon. Bertrand, a Sioux
City developer, is running against incumbent 4th District Congressman Steve King for
the Republican nomination to represent northwest Iowa in our nation’s capital.
Bertrand spoke before a dozen people. Bertrand says he is asked why he is
challenging the seven-term congressman? He responds by saying western Iowa is primed
for additional economic development, and someone needs to lead that movement.
Bertrand says this region should be doing more to push our agricultural products.
The Sioux City republican says there are several similarities between himself and
Congressman Steve King, but he says King needs to answer three questions.
Bertrand will face Steve King in the June 7th primary race.
