"Hockensmith, a Democrat, understands how the county can play a positive role in regional development. He demonstrated that in working to pass a comprehensive development plan that promises orderly growth for north and east Polk County while preserving rural character and natural landscapes. The irony is that the plan drew bitter opposition from the very people whose interests it will protect.
Hockensmith showed true leadership in pushing the comprehensive growth plan in the face of bitter, often personal, attacks. He is a hard-working elected official with a capacity to change his mind. He deserves to be re-elected."

Des Moines Register 10/31/06

A Polk County Supervisor for the past eight years, Tom Hockensmith has proven to be the kind of leader who is truly more about actions than words.  His work ethic, common sense and ingenuity have resulted in projects that have been beneficial for the people of Polk County and for the people of  District 3.