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Call to Remove Gonzales

Call to Remove Gonzales By DFACall your Senators right now, then let us know how it went.The campaign to remove Attorney General Alberto Gonzales heats up this week and you can help… right now!The Senate could hold a no-confidence vote … Continue reading

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Joe Bolkcom at YouTube!

Joe Bolkcom at YouTube! By Sam GarchikPlease excuse Blog for Iowa for being late on this one. Joe Bolkcom received an award from the Progressive States National Gala and made C-Span last April. Joe also spoke about car loans and … Continue reading

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ISP Event in West Branch After DFA Meeting

ISP Event in West Branch After DFA Meeting By ISP Greetings!  I hope this finds you well!  You are invited to a Sensible Iowans & I-RENEW Ice Cream Social and Educational Meet and Greet.  This event is *free* and open … Continue reading

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Environment Iowa : Give Clean Cars the green light!

Environment Iowa : Give Clean Cars the green light! By Nathaniel Baer, Environment Iowa While the federal government has been sitting on its hands when it comes to global warming, the states have been busy.  In addition to increasing our … Continue reading

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Sign a Petition to Protect the Vote

Sign a Petition to Protect the Vote By Sean Flaherty, IVIDear Friends,We got a paper ballot law for our state, but Iowans must step up to ensure that the 2008 Presidential election is not decided by tens of millions of … Continue reading

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FEDERAL JUDGE DROPS CHARGES AGAINST SEVEN PEACE ACTIVISTS

FEDERAL JUDGE DROPS CHARGES AGAINST SEVEN PEACE ACTIVISTS By Brian TerrellActing yesterday on a motion by the United States Attorney, US Magistrate Judge Celeste F. Bremer ordered that charges against seven central Iowa peace activists be dropped. “The Court finds … Continue reading

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5,000 Iowans Pledge to Caucus for Priorities

5,000 Iowans Pledge to Caucus for Priorities By ISPPledgers say candidates’ priorities will shape who they choose to support during their precinct CaucusesWith more committed supporters than any presidential campaign at this stage in the game, the Caucus for Priorities … Continue reading

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PRACTICAL FARMERS OF IOWA ANNOUNCES 2007 FIELD DAYS

PRACTICAL FARMERS OF IOWA ANNOUNCES 2007 FIELD DAYS By Practical Farmers of Iowa (Iowa Farmers Union is sponsoring the Aug. 4 field day.)­Summertime is here and so is the season for Practical Farmers of Iowa Field Days.  Whether you’re a … Continue reading

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Rev. James Lawson to give keynote address at 32nd Annual Iowa CCI Convention

Rev. James Lawson to give keynote address at 32nd Annual Iowa CCI Convention By ICCIReverend James Lawson will share his experiences as a civil rights activist at the 32nd Annual Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement Convention, July 13th at 8:00 … Continue reading

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Food for Thought: Beware the CAFOs.

Food for Thought: Beware the CAFOs Originally Published In Radish Magazine By Dave MurphyPrinted and digital copies of this image are available for purchase. Digital delivery within minutes. Click here for details.SubmittedThe future construction of a new Triumph Foods slaughterhouse … Continue reading

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