Author Archives: Paul Deaton

Next Up in the US Senate: Don't Ask Don't Tell

Next Up in the US Senate: Don't Ask Don't Tell Message from Michael Mitchell of the National Stonewall Democrats This is it. Majority Leader Harry Reid just announced that he is moving forward with votes this evening on the National … Continue reading

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On Elizabeth Edwards

On Elizabeth Edwards by Paul Deaton News of Elizabeth Edwards' death yesterday was unwelcome. Of all of the political figures who came from outside the state to campaign in Iowa before the 2008 precinct caucuses, no one was more personable … Continue reading

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Another Free Trade Agreement Will Impact Iowans

Another Free Trade Agreement Will Impact Iowans by Paul Deaton Blog for Iowa has covered the South Korea-United States Free Trade Agreement since Colin Powell visited Cedar Rapids, Iowa to help dedicate the Iowa Korean War memorial at Veterans Stadium … Continue reading

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Iowans Will Accept the Affordable Care Act

Iowans Will Accept the Affordable Care Act by Paul Deaton Each passing day diminishes the likelihood of repealing the Affordable Care Act in the 112th Congress. In explaining the law, the insurance companies are also creating a grassroots awareness of … Continue reading

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Energy Advocacy for Iowa Progressives

Energy Advocacy for Iowa Progressives by Paul Deaton “With a burgeoning world population, expected to reach between 8 and 10 billion people by the year 2050, the prognosis for controlling release of additional greenhouse gases is poor if we don't … Continue reading

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Iowa's Dave Loebsack on the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act

Iowa's Dave Loebsack on the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act December 2, 2010 Dear Constituent,Given your interest in improving school meals and nutrition for Iowa's children, it's my pleasure to let you know that today the House of Representatives passed the … Continue reading

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44,000 Iowans Declared Financial Casualties In GOP War With Obama Administration

44,000 Iowans Declared Financial Casualties In GOP War With Obama Administration By David VanThournout We’ll it appears that the Grumpy Old Party has a soft spot for the mega-wealthy but not for the average hard working and out of a … Continue reading

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Iowa, Indonesia and the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty

Iowa, Indonesia and the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty by Paul Deaton“It is a sad day when Indonesia is willing to lead on a ban of nuclear testing, and the United States is not. Such an idea should give Iowans pause.“Little … Continue reading

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Iowa Marks World Aids Day 2010

Iowa Marks World Aids Day 2010 December 1, 2010 marks the 22nd annual World AIDS Day Celebration. World AIDS Day is about increasing awareness, fighting prejudice and improving education. The 2010 campaign continues the message of 2009; 'Universal Access and … Continue reading

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Civil Disobedience and Iowans

Civil Disobedience and Iowans by Paul Deaton Some Iowans wear civil disobedience like a badge of honor that says I took a stand against injustice and militarization. At the recent vigil at the gates of Fort Benning, Georgia, 26 people … Continue reading

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