Sherzan, First Democrat to Announce Bid for Iowa’s 3rd District, Exits Race

Mike Sherzan, who announced earlier this year that he would seek the Democratic nomination for 3rd District Congress and a chance to go up against Republican incumbent Tom Latham, has suspended his campaign.

Sherzan of West Des Moines cited “health reasons” and said his campaign will return all contributions received by supporters.

His statement follows:

“I regret to announce that I am halting my campaign for Congress of Iowa’s 3rdDistrict. It's been a real honor to meet with Iowans across the district over the past few months. There's a real desire to see a problem solver representing our state in Congress. I had hoped to be that person. Unfortunately, due to personal health issues, my campaign cannot continue.

"I am aware this decision will disappoint my supporters. In the coming weeks, our campaign will be returning all contributions directly to my supporters. I am very grateful for their trust in me to improve our representation in Washington.  I have been honored to be a candidate for U.S. House in the 3RD District of Iowa.

'Finally, I have made this decision based solely upon my individual circumstances and what I believe to be in my best interest and that of my family. Ending my candidacy is very disappointing to me personally. In doing so, I wish all the people of the 3rdDistrict of Iowa the representation they deserve, and to that end I will support the Democratic nominee." – Michael T. Sherzan

Sherzan is president and CEO of Bankers Financial Services, a company that has specialized in the development and implementation of market-linked CD programs for more than a decade.