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“Bioneers” Conference Features Speakers, Arts, Community Events

Posted on October 8, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

“Bioneers” Conference Features Speakers, Arts, Community Events By Rich DanaOn October 19, 20th and 21st, 2007, Grinnell will host its first “Beaming Bioneers” Conference. Grinnell is one of 20 sites across the US and Canada that will be linked by … Continue reading →

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An Evening on Sustainability: Protecting the Environment, Promoting the Economy, and Preserving our Future

Posted on October 7, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

An Evening on Sustainability: Protecting the Environment, Promoting the Economy, and Preserving our Future By Dave MurphyOn Tuesday, October 9, Iowa Farmers Union will host a panel discussion at Drake University that celebrates the environment, responsible agricultural practices, renewable energy … Continue reading →

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Sustainability Conference

Posted on October 5, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Sustainability Conference By Ed Fallon Here's a generous plug for a conference planned for October 26-28 in Cedar Rapids.  It's called “Sustainable Living, Renewable Resources and the Future,” and will focus on local foods, green building, renewable fuels and grassroots … Continue reading →

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The President Just Vetoed Your Priorities

Posted on October 4, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

The President Just Vetoed Your Priorities By True Majority The gap between the President's priorities and your priorities has never been more clear. The President just decided that 3 million poor children shouldn't receive healthcare. It's crazy. At the same … Continue reading →

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The Board of PCCI Invites You to Join Them at National 7 Straight Nights for Equal Rights Campaign – Des Moines

Posted on October 3, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

The Board of PCCI Invites You to Join Them at National 7 Straight Nights for Equal Rights Campaign – Des Moines By PCCI Date: October 10thTime: 5:30 – 10:30 Where: West Terrace of the State Capitol Building Featuring: Speakers – … Continue reading →

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New Info On Home Loans

Posted on October 2, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

New Info On Home Loans By Nick HoganAn increase in the number of foreclosures this year may have lead to the recent passage a bill to modernize the FHA Lending process. What some might not know is that similar bills … Continue reading →

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Iowa PIRG: Victory is ours!

Posted on October 1, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Iowa PIRG: Victory is ours! By Meshawn Ayala We won!President Bush signed our prescription drug safety bill. The new law will require drug makers to tell the whole truth about the safety and effectiveness of their drugs by making them … Continue reading →

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I’M for Iowa

Posted on September 29, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

I'M for Iowa By Lynn Heuss This week four of us were privileged to have dinner with former Congressman, Dr. Bob Edgar.  He was named President and CEO of Common Cause in May 2007.  Common Cause is a nonpartisan nonprofit … Continue reading →

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Maude Mulls Abortion

Posted on September 28, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Maude Mulls Abortion By Karen KubbyAs part of the Iowa City Public Library's Carol Spaziani Intellectual Freedom Festival, the Public Issues and Education Committee of the Emma Goldman Clinic will host a screening and discussion about an episode of Maude … Continue reading →

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USW National Day of Action

Posted on September 27, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

USW National Day of Action By IFL Join local union activists for a Home Depot informational picket on Saturday, September 29, 2007.  7,000 United Steel Workers (USW) forestry workers are fighting for their lives in British Columbia. Since January of … Continue reading →

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