Monthly Archives: September 2022

Why Do People Believe Republican Lies?

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Trish Nelson
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Franken’s Experience In DC Government Will Serve Iowa Well

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Trish Nelson

ICYMI: Nicholas Johnson makes a strong case for why Mike Franken’s exceptional qualifications and experience would serve Iowa well as our senator. Posted with permission. Franken Experienced in D.C. Government Nicholas Johnson The Gazette, May 29, 2022, p. C2 I’ve … Continue reading →

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Ag-Gag Decision Huge Win For Workers And Free Speech

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Trish Nelson

From our inbox: We have exciting news – a U.S. district judge struck down Iowa’s unconstitutional ag-gag law yesterday! This is a huge win for food workers, advocates, and free speech itself. This was the third time big ag and … Continue reading →

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Bohannan v Miller-Meeks

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Democrat Christina Bohannan and Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks debated Monday night on Iowa PBS. 

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Ryan Melton Kills It On Iowa Press – Feenstra Couldn’t Be Bothered

Posted on September 26, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Iowa 04, you need to ditch MAGATrump Republican Feenstra who refused an Iowa Press invitation to debate, and vote for this guy. As stated by Liz Cheney, Republicans need to vote for the Democrat if the only other choice is … Continue reading →

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Grassley Votes Against Open Democracy Yet Again

Posted on September 25, 2022 by Dave Bradley

From The Hill:   Senate Republicans voted Thursday to block the consideration of a bill to promptly require organizations that spend money on elections to promptly disclose the identities of donors who give $10,000 or more during an election cycle. … Continue reading →

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Sunday Funday: Fall In! Edition

Posted on September 25, 2022 by Dave Bradley

Talk about a sudden change from summer to fall! One day it is 100 degrees, two days later it is fall with temperatures barely able to make 60 degrees. For people like me, my body and mind are all ready … Continue reading →

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The First Monday In October Is Nigh

Posted on September 24, 2022 by Dave Bradley

As many of you know the First Monday of October is the traditional start of the Supreme Court term that will run until June of next year. This year may be one of the most momentous SCOTUS sessions ever. To … Continue reading →

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Major Storm Coming?

Posted on September 24, 2022 by Dave Bradley

This is a kind of stream of consciousness that has been floating in my mind all morning. Feels like the only way I can get rid of it is to put it down on paper. It is finally looking like … Continue reading →

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Reynolds TV Ad “Cheap, Dangerous, Racist Stunt”

Posted on September 23, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Governor Kim Reynolds’ transparently racist campaign ad drew sharp criticism from Democrats. Will the Iowa press give her a pass? Statement from Iowa House Democratic Leader Jennifer Konfrst on new Reynolds TV Ad: “Iowans are tired and exhausted with politics … Continue reading →

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