Ackerson tours CAT plant in Lafayette, IN
Ackerson tours CAT plant; talks about economy
LAFAYETTE, IN (2008-04-29) A candidate for Congress is touring the Lafayette area, talking about the economy.
Democrat Nels Ackerson toured the Caterpillar plant Tuesday afternoon.
He wanted to see the facility and hear about the 350 new jobs being added there.
Ackerson says the Lafayette area has a lot to offer manufacturers, but thinks there should be more work coming into businesses.
He says the 4th Congressional District ranks near the bottom of the list when it comes to receiving federal contracts.
Ackerson says if he’s elected, he’ll be an advocate for the area and bring tax dollars back to the area.
The Zionsville attorney does not have any primary opposition.
He likely will challenge incumbent Republican Steve Buyer in the General Election. © Copyright 2008, WBAA
