"It is your right to know what your Government is doing and it is your responsibility to know"

Serving on the Des Moines School Board for three years and in the House of Representatives for six years has humbled me. Also it has made it clear that I am here to serve the people of my district (35) and the state of Iowa.

I have also learned, that for changes to occur we must communicate with each other so I can be an Effective Voice for you the Constituent. Real Conversations allows us to make Iowa the state to provide a safe, educated and equal rights communities.

Join me in making Iowa not only a place to grow but the State that is not afraid to grow and offer opportunities to all.

Your Voice, My Voice
Iowa State Representative
Ako Abdul-Samad

News: DES MOINES, Iowa -- A white substance that spilled out of a letter inside the Iowa Capitol building Tuesday has been identified.

Des Moines Fire Department spokesman Brian O’Keefe confirmed to KCCI on Thursday that the white powder was calcium carbonate, which is typically used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach. O’Keefe said it’s an antacid "like Tums." The powder was in a letter sent to Rep. Ako Abdul-Samad. He and an aide got the powder on their hands, which led to a lockdown of the Capitol building and a hazmat crew being called to test the substance. Tests confirmed the powder was not dangerous.The letter also included death threats and racial slurs. The case remains under investigation. xx

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