Monthly Archives: February 2014

TPP – Not A Good Deal

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Dave Bradley

A few weeks back I received an email that reported that a group of Iowa legislators were looking for some guidance on what was in the TPP (Trans-Pacific Partnership). The reason is very logical – if the US joins in … Continue reading →

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White House Reaffirms Commitment To Net Neutrality

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Remember the petition you signed urging President Obama and the FCC to classify internet providers as “common carriers”  which drew 105,572 signatures?  This is what it said: Petition: On January 14, 2013, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District … Continue reading →

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Is ALEC Behind Push In Iowa Legislature To Gut Clean Energy Policies?

Posted on February 20, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Matt Sinovic Executive Director | Progress Iowa Groups Expose Assault By ALEC Fossil Fuel & Utility Members on Clean Energy and Environmental Regulations Through the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), fossil fuel and utility interests are pushing a comprehensive agenda … Continue reading →

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Bobby Kaufmann Disappoints Constituent

Posted on February 20, 2014 by bfialauratwing

A disappointing week.  Too many reminders of why I didn’t vote for Bobby Kaufmann last time and won’t next time. Despite a good bill regarding increases in penalties for animal abuse, and support for increasing the fuel tax in order … Continue reading →

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Jack Hatch To Speak At Iowa City Federation of Labor Chili Dinner

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Democratic State Senator and gubernatorial candidate Jack Hatch (District 17) will speak at the Iowa City Federation of Labor Annual Chili Dinner. When: Thursday, February 20 Who: Union members, friends of labor and community members Where:  940 South Gilbert Ct., … Continue reading →

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Why We Must Say No To Frac Sand Mining In Iowa

Posted on February 19, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Say NO to FRAC SAND MINING There is a petition to Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors: John Logsdon, Dennis Karlsbroten, Mark Kuhn, Floyd Ashbacher, and Dean Thompson, which says: “We, the people of Winneshiek County, call for a rights-based ordinance … Continue reading →

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Why Do Iowans Put Up With This?

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Trish Nelson

This man wants to cut money and services to everyone else but has the audacity to give himself an $11,000 per year pay raise.  Poor Terry just can’t get by on $130,000 per year plus.  Now he’s saying we should … Continue reading →

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Iowa Land Of…. Reaper Drones And Hellfire Missiles?

Posted on February 18, 2014 by bfiaedflaherty

Dear Friends, The 132nd Wing of the Iowa Air National Guard is gearing up to pilot and control armed Reaper drones, which carry Hellfire missiles used to kill people in countries with whom we are not at war. There will … Continue reading →

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Labor Update: South Slope To Be Prosecuted For Unfair Labor Practices

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Trish Nelson

Iowa Labor News NORTH LIBERTY, IA—The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has found sufficient evidence to prosecute South Slope Telecommunications Cooperative with three separate violations of federal labor law. South Slope employees represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA) … Continue reading →

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Sunday Funday – With An Apology

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Dave Bradley

I am willing to take the blame. I admit I did it. With my history of prognostication, you would think I would learn. But no, every year before the onset of winter or summer I step boldly in front of … Continue reading →

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