Iowa

Labor stalwart Senator Tom Harkin (D) is running for his fourth term. He faces a challenge from four-term Congressman Greg Ganske (R). Harkin is a reliable vote for labor on collective bargaining and ergonomics. Preserving Social Security is the centerpiece of Harkin’s re-election campaign, along with affordable health care, prescription drugs for seniors and job creation.

Ganske, a doctor, has co-sponsored House legislation to privatize Social Security. Ganske also is a reliable vote against working families on trade legislation.

Senate Votes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 R W
Tom Harkin (D) R R R R R R R R W W 8 2

House Votes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R W
Greg Ganske (R) W W R R W R W W W 3 6

Note: Ganske’s record corresponds to House vote key on page 15.

The IBEW has 8,215 members in Iowa.