Monthly Archives: September 2004

GOP Fesses Up To Anti-Gay Mailing

Posted on September 26, 2004 by bfialindathieman

GOP Fesses Up To Anti-Gay Mailing by Doreen Brandt, 365Gay.com (Washington) – The Republican National Committee has finally admitted that it was responsible for a mass mailing that claimed Democrats would permit gay marriage and ban the Bible. …The literature … Continue reading →

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Michael Moore to Appear in Ames

Posted on September 26, 2004 by bfialindathieman

 Michael Moore to Appear in Ames by Michael Moore A letter from Michael Moore, and hey, this one isn't all that condescending!  Iowa State – Michael Moore will present a free lecture at Hilton Coliseum on Sunday, Oct. 17 His … Continue reading →

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The Counterpoint: Hyman and the Lies

Posted on September 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

The Counterpoint: Hyman & the Lies by Iowa’s Ted Remington The rational counter to “The Point,” “The Counterpoint” critiques and corrects the daily editorial by Sinclair Broadcasting’s corporate vice president, Mark Hyman, that is broadcast on all Sinclair-owned television stations … Continue reading →

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AL FRANKEN TO HEADLINE 2004 JJ DINNER

Posted on September 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

AL FRANKEN TO HEADLINE 2004 JJ DINNER Comedian and best selling author Al Franken will headline the annual Iowa Democratic Party Jefferson-Jackson Dinner on Saturday, October 16th, 2004.  The Dinner will be hosted by Gerald McEntee, the President of the … Continue reading →

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See Sally Run!

Posted on September 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

 See Sally Run! by Sally Vitamvas, Democratic Candidate for Iowa House District 98 With equal parts innovation and creativity, Sally Vitamvas brings a breath of fresh air to her Southwest Iowa campaign I began the “See Sally Run” campaign, actually … Continue reading →

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House Passes Court Stripping Measure

Posted on September 24, 2004 by bfialindathieman

House Passes Court Stripping Measure American Civil Liberties Union ACLU Disappointed with House Passage of ‘Court Stripping’ Measure, Calls on Senate to Uphold System of Checks and Balances WASHINGTON – The American Civil Liberties Union [yesterday] expressed disappointment as the … Continue reading →

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A Little Late Night Humor

Posted on September 24, 2004 by bfialindathieman

A Little Late Night Humor While I was over visiting the Woodbury County Dems website, I ran into some more late night humor I thought I'd share with you. *    *    *    *    *    “The White House is scrambling to … Continue reading →

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Why It Is Important to Support Our Congressional Candidates NOW

Posted on September 24, 2004 by bfialindathieman

 Why It Is Important to Support Our Congressional Candidates NOW By Linda Thieman With just 6 days left before the filing deadline, it is important to make a stand NOW I’m sure each one of us has thought about what … Continue reading →

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Second Annual Central Iowa Activist Awards

Posted on September 24, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Second Annual Central Iowa Activist Awards You’re invited! Second Annual Central Iowa Activist Awards Presented by Cityview as part of the Cityview Activists Project and Drake University Tuesday, Oct. 5, Sheslow Auditorium at Drake University Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; … Continue reading →

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Joyce Schulte Condemns King’s Racist Remarks

Posted on September 23, 2004 by bfialindathieman

 Joyce Schulte Condemns King's Racist Remarks Joyce Schulte, Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress from Iowa's Fifth District, is known as “the woman who's going to send Steve King to an early retirement.”  And it can't happen too soon. King became … Continue reading →

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