Yearly Archives: 2005

PACG SUMMIT II/PART II

Posted on November 15, 2005 by bfiamollyreagan

Progressive Action For The Common Good Summit II/Part II We were hungry for knowledge, we were hungry for a new direction, we were hungry for action.  The atmosphere was wide open with the charged energy of minds willing to learn … Continue reading →

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The Worst Speech Bush Ever Made

Posted on November 14, 2005 by bfiacarolinevernon

The Worst Speech Bush Ever Made by David Kusnet Published on Sunday, November 13, 2005 by The New Republic For speechwriters drafting a presidential address for a patriotic holiday such as Independence Day, Memorial Day, or Veterans Day, there are … Continue reading →

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This Week in Media

Posted on November 14, 2005 by bfiaarronwings

 This Week in Media The news this week included nominations for Commissioners to the FCC, indecency, low power community radio service and a sex discrimination complaint against Fox News.  Also a new book on the ongoing attempt to discredit and … Continue reading →

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A Town Hall Meeting on Wal-Mart: Low Prices at what cost?

Posted on November 14, 2005 by Trish Nelson

   A Town Hall Meeting on Wal-Mart:  Low Prices at what cost? A Town Hall discussion on ensuring Iowa’s workers have fair and equal access to affordable, quality health care. Monday, November 147:00-8:00 PMIowa City Public Library, Meeting Room A123 … Continue reading →

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ACLU Commends Congressional Steps to Restore Essential Checks in Patriot Act

Posted on November 12, 2005 by Trish Nelson

  ACLU Commends Congressional Steps to Restore Essential Checks in Patriot Act American Civil Liberties Union WASHINGTON -The U.S. House voted [this week] to reject the Bush Administration’s demand that Congress limit its role in overseeing Patriot Act powers and … Continue reading →

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Vote for Iowa Gov in DemoChoice Web Poll

Posted on November 11, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Vote for Iowa Gov in DemoChoice Web Poll Here's your chance to vote for Ed Fallon (or whomever you prefer) a bit earlier than expected.  Click here to vote for Iowa gov in the DemoChoice Web Poll. At this point, … Continue reading →

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AMOS: It Works For Des Moines

Posted on November 9, 2005 by bfiachadthompson

AMOS:  It Works For Des Moines This morning's feature story in the Des Moines Register focused on a group of Iowa congregations that organized to take on issues of social injustice in the community: In a movie theater recently, two … Continue reading →

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Higher Expectations for Iowa’s Working Families – A Town Hall Meeting!

Posted on November 9, 2005 by Trish Nelson

 Higher Expectations for Iowa’s Working Families – A Town Hall Meeting! A Town Hall Meeting for people concerned about good jobs, the environment, and a healthy future for their community Tuesday, November 157:00-8:30 PM    Waterloo Center for the Arts, 225 … Continue reading →

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Important Election Day Hotline

Posted on November 8, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Important Election Day Hotline Voters in many states will be deciding important issues by voting today, November 8, 2005. No matter where you stand on any of the issues or candidates, all eligible voters should have the chance to cast … Continue reading →

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WHOM DO YOU TRUST?

Posted on November 8, 2005 by bfiamollyreagan

WHOM DO YOU TRUST? In Dubuque, as well as 25 other communities around IOWA, there will be a referendum on the election ballot this coming Tuesday, November 8th.  One of these referenda in particular deals with whether or not a … Continue reading →

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