All eyes are on Iowa as we lead the way in the countdown to Election Day 2012. America took notice when Iowa College Democrats helped propel Barack Obama to victory in 2008, and our vote is just as crucial this year. For this reason, we as college students must take a stand against Mitt Romney and his opportunistic positions. Last week at a campaign stop at The Family Table restaurant in Le Mars, Romney promised that he would veto the DREAM Act if elected President.
Romney’s pledge to veto the DREAM Act proves that he does not stand for young people; he does not stand for progress; he does not stand for the American Dream. This is merely the latest in a series of efforts by Romney to pander to the most right-wing voters. America has long been a land of opportunity and promise, and we as College Democrats believe in those ideals. The DREAM Act has bipartisan support in Congress, and the overwhelming support of college students across the nation. Yet again, Romney has shown that he is out of touch with young voters and does not value their voices.
Many young men and women living in Iowa would benefit from the passage of the DREAM Act. Those given the opportunity to attend one of our state’s great universities or serving in our military would not be the only beneficiaries. Our communities are strengthened by their leadership and their desire to live the American Dream. Romney’s position is in stark contrast to that of President Obama, who has worked tirelessly to ensure that young Americans have a voice. The College Democrats of Iowa will once again turn out in full-force to re-elect the man who believes in the value hard work, patriotism, and the American Dream.