Endorsement - STAR*PAC

Tuesday, March 18, 2008

Since 1980, STAR*PAC (Stop the Arms Race Political Action Committee of Iowa) has worked to oppose war, advocated against the weapons race and exorbitant military spending, and tackled many foreign and military policy issues. It works to elect candidates with the strongest commitment and strongest records for waging peace.

STAR*PAC believes that Ed Fallon understands the challenges we face in the 21^st century and is the best-equipped candidate to represent the Third District in the difficult times ahead.

STAR*PAC salutes Rep. Boswell for his service to our country, and acknowledges that his recent voting record is more favorable to positions we advocate than his record over the years. However, we remain concerned that Rep. Boswell has too often supported the Administration’s war policy by voting to authorize the war, and voting to continue funding without timelines for troop withdrawal. In contrast, we believe Ed Fallon has opposed the war from the beginning, is strongly committed to ending the war, and is opposed to permanent military bases in Iraq.

STAR*PAC has numerous other significant concerns about Rep. Boswell’s record over the years on foreign and military policy issues. However, today, our emphasis is on our belief that Ed Fallon will be an effective Member of Congress on war and peace issues.