Monthly Archives: July 2005

Social Security – Am I my brother’s keeper?

Posted on July 20, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

MUSINGS FROM THE DIRECTOR Social Security: Am I My Brother's Keeper? by Reverend Ron Quay – Churches United I am very honored to introduce Rev. Ron Quay to Blog for Iowa. Reverend Quay is the Director of Churches United  here … Continue reading →

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Iowa Race Getting National Attention

Posted on July 20, 2005 by bfiachadthompson

Iowa Race Getting National Attention Something to pass along from the recently convened governor's convention in Des Moines:  the national scene is looking closely at Iowa's race for governor – particularly from the national Republican Party: The upcoming race for … Continue reading →

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John Drury: Random Views From A Community Activist

Posted on July 20, 2005 by bfiajohndrury

Random Views From A Community Activist by John Drury Governors go to the fair This past weekend, 30 or so Governors from across the country met in Des Moines for their annual conference. Likely 2008 presidential candidate and current Governor … Continue reading →

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Odds ‘n’ Ends

Posted on July 19, 2005 by bfiachadthompson

Odds 'n' Ends Today seems to be one of those days where the news outlets are focused on all-Karl-Rove-all-the-time, and some little things have flown past the radar.  Here are a few things that caught my eye. Turning Over The … Continue reading →

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IBLTV Meets with Congressman Jim Leach

Posted on July 19, 2005 by Trish Nelson

   IBLTV (Iowans for Better Local TV) Meets with Congressman Jim Leach On Monday, July 18, at the Iowa City Public Library, Congressman Jim Leach met with several members of Iowans for Better Local TV (IBLTV) and other citizens concerned … Continue reading →

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The Top 10 Polluted Counties in Iowa (and the Companies That Make Them That Way)

Posted on July 18, 2005 by bfialindathieman

The Top 10 Polluted Counties in Iowa (and the Companies That Make Them That Way) by Linda Thieman Woodbury County holds the unpleasant distinction of being the single most polluted county in all of Iowa – with four and a … Continue reading →

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Making the Supreme Court Nominee Their Business

Posted on July 18, 2005 by Trish Nelson

  Making the Supreme Court Nominee Their Business Center for Media and Democracy/PR Watch “Business advocates are raising millions of dollars, plotting major lobbying campaigns, and quietly working to influence [Bush] as he “ponders” a replacement for [retiring Supreme Court] … Continue reading →

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LUCY NORTON TALKS ENERGY INDEPENDENCE FOR IOWA

Posted on July 17, 2005 by bfialindathieman

LUCY NORTON TALKS ENERGY INDEPENDENCE FOR IOWA by Molly Regan An article by LUCY NORTON, director of marketing for the IOWA Corn Growers Association of Johnston, appeared in the Saturday, July 16, edition of the Des Moines Register. Entitled “ETHANOL … Continue reading →

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The Spin Cycle: Countering The Bush Disinformation Machine With The Truth

Posted on July 17, 2005 by Trish Nelson

The Spin Cycle: Countering The Bush Disinformation Machine With The Truth OpEdNews.com by Anthony Wade The GOP-bought disinformation spin machine is in hyperdrive right now over the Valerie Plame Treasongate so it is crucial that we all keep focused and … Continue reading →

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Supreme Court: Democrats Hope For Not Crazy

Posted on July 16, 2005 by Trish Nelson

   Supreme Court:  Democrats Hope For Not Crazy MinutemanMedia by Donald Kaul You know that liberalism in this country is at low ebb when liberals go around mourning the loss of Sandra Day O’Connor on the Supreme Court. Not that … Continue reading →

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