Monthly Archives: September 2012

A Government for All the People

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Today we have a guest post by Dave Hunt of Tipton. Dave is a retired educator and former Iowa Teacher of the Year. Before we all end up “spitting through clenched teeth”, some clarification is needed. Republicans and Democrats agree … Continue reading →

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The $3 Trillion Business Bet For Romney

Posted on September 8, 2012 by Dave Bradley

It just occurred to me that besides all of the big buck bets that the likes of David and Charles Koch, Sheldon Adelstein, the Waltons (BTW, every time you shop at Walmart you help the Republicans) and the many other … Continue reading →

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Quad Cities 5th Annual 2012 Earth Charter Summit

Posted on September 7, 2012 by bfiacarolinevernon

2012 Earth Charter Summit on Economic Justice You’re Invited! Quad Cities 5th Annual 2012 Earth Charter Summit: Saturday, September 15, 2012 9:00am – 3:00pm Western Illinois University Riverfront Campus 3300 River Drive, Moline, IL Keynote Speaker: Ellen Augustine, M.A.,  notmypriorities.org … Continue reading →

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Watch President Clinton’s Full Amazing Too-Short Speech At The DNC Last Night

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Trish Nelson
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Vilsack-King Debate Will Be Held At Clay County Fair

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Trish Nelson

   

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Chris Matthews Slaps Down Corporate Media Narrative

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Trish Nelson

Watch this truly remarkable and rare television event as Chris Matthews destroys Andrea Mitchell’s attempts to put forth two false media narratives:  (1)  that Mitt Romney was successful in displaying heart and soul in his convention speech; and (2) the … Continue reading →

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Progressive Democrats Of America Invite Delegates To The People’s Convention

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Trish Nelson

Downtown Charlotte is where the bank towers hover over abandoned mills that have been converted into condos for financial services executives. This is where the 2012 Democratic National Convention will be held. In the suites overlooking the city, you can … Continue reading →

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Senator Tom Harkin: It Is Time To Rebuild America

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Trish Nelson

In Iowa’s Interest: Rebuilding Our Middle Class this Labor Day By Senator Tom Harkin On Labor Day, as we honor the contributions that generations of workers have made to the strength and prosperity of our great country, I am reminded … Continue reading →

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Observations – Betty Ryan Must be Ashamed.

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Betty Ryan’s son, Paul, went on national TV and made a shambles of his mother’s ability to raise children. Can you imagine the shame she must feel right now? Her son is the nominee to run for the second highest office … Continue reading →

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Leonard Nimoy – Mitt Romney – A Human Being Who Built That

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Dave Bradley

This should help in understanding Mittens:

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