But the political price of Branstad's rebuke was already evident during Friday's debate. Democrats who condemned the reform plan as too small and timid pointed to Branstad as an unlikely ally. Although Republicans said the package represents a first step, Democrats called it a missed opportunity. Vilsack, a candidate for governor, also had criticism for Branstad. Leadership isn't about threats.
Leadership is about leading.
Democrats again tried to amend bill. Forty states have school infrastructure programs. I don't think the Republican party is listening to the people of Iowa. He said schools must be responsible for their own building needs, at least through the foreseeable future. Woolson said Branstad has a number of options.