Iowa Caucuses Considering Social Security
January 19th, 2006 by Brendan SteinhauserPlatform proposals range from health care to Social Security
Platforms for the Republican and Democratic parties in Iowa could have roots in southeast Iowa.
Members of both parties met Monday night for precinct caucuses where party members had the opportunity to submit planks addressing their concerns. The planks eventually may be included in the final platforms of the state parties.
Republicans may see controlling taxes and spending, supporting the troops fighting global terrorists and supporting privatization of Social Security included in their party’s platforms.
Tom Broeker, Des Moines County Republican chairman, said some of the planks his party submitted included calling upon Congress to “eliminate baseline budgeting, eliminate pork barrel spending and address the long–term sustainability of Social Security and Medicare.”
