Monthly Archives: November 2008

The Job Ahead for Iowans

Posted on November 11, 2008 by bfialindathieman

The Job Ahead for Iowans Ed Fallon and Lynn Heuss, I'M for IowaUntil last Tuesday, it seemed obvious that America was moving in the wrong direction.  But when the polls closed and we chose President-elect Obama, it was clear that … Continue reading →

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Lobbying for Animals Seminar Nov. 12 in Sioux City

Posted on November 11, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Lobbying for Animals Seminar Nov. 12 in Sioux City Siouxland Humane SocietyLobbying 101The Humane Society of the United States is hosting a free Lobbying for Animals seminar on Wednesday, November 12th, from 6:30pm to 8 pm, where participants will learn … Continue reading →

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Palin and W: Separated at Birth?

Posted on November 10, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Palin and W: Separated at Birth? This is what I've been thinking all along–that Sarah Palin is a distaff George W. Bush.Jonathan Chait over at The New Republic sums it up better than I ever could:The enthusiasm generated by Palin … Continue reading →

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Obama Outlines Areas Where He Can Act Quickly

Posted on November 9, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Obama Outlines Areas Where He Can Act Quickly According to the Washington Post, areas where Obama can quickly reverse Bush's executive orders are coming to light:1.  stem cell researchRep. Diana DeGette (D-Colo.) said that during Obama's final swing through her … Continue reading →

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Local Gatherings: PEACE IN OUR TIME

Posted on November 8, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Local Gatherings: PEACE IN OUR TIME There are major signs of real change and discouraging signs of the same old militarism emerging from the Obama transition team. After Downing Street is tracking this news online here.United for Peace and Justice … Continue reading →

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Woodbury County Election Results Still Up in the Air

Posted on November 7, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Woodbury County Election Results Still Up in the Air KPTH Fox 44 NewsWoodbury County election results are still up in the air. Officials continued to count absentee ballots Thursday evening with more than 650 to go. Plus ballots post-marked before … Continue reading →

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Kudos to Iowa for Launching Obama

Posted on November 6, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Kudos to Iowa for Launching Obama by Linda ThiemanToday I thought I'd share some of the comments from Daily Kos as bloggers recognize the remarkable role that Iowa played in launching President-elect Obama's recent campaign.  Because we're good enough, we're … Continue reading →

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Iowa for Health Care Leads Charge to Fix Health Care System

Posted on November 5, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Iowa for Health Care Leads Charge to Fix Health Care System Iowa for Health CareHealth Care Voters and leaders of the state's largest issue-based campaign, Iowa for Health Care, extend their congratulations to President-elect Barack Obama and the many down-ticket … Continue reading →

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Election Elation: Obama Wins!

Posted on November 5, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Election Elation: Obama Wins! After what happened in 2004, I've said all along that I wouldn't believe that Barack Obama actually won until John McCain conceded.Well, my friends, John McCain has conceded.  It was a gracious and dignified speech, the … Continue reading →

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Guide for Watching Election Night Results

Posted on November 4, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Guide for Watching Election Night Results I've gathered several websites through which you can watch the election night results.  I'll add more, if I find them. HuffingtonPostGuide For Watching Election Night ResultsHuffingtonPostElection Results: Electoral College Result Widgets, Live Election Coverage … Continue reading →

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