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A Modest Proposal from Iowa to the US Senate

Posted on June 19, 2010 by Paul Deaton

A Modest Proposal from Iowa to the US Senate by Paul Deaton “It is more a statement of reality, than of cynicism, that Republican senators can be expected to run out the legislative clock for the 111th Congress.“ The 111th … Continue reading →

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An Iowan Considers a Nuclear Burma

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Paul Deaton

An Iowan Considers a Nuclear Burma by Paul DeatonIn signing the Non-Proliferation Treaty in 1992, Burma (aka Myanmar) agreed to refrain from development of nuclear weapons. Recently they declared themselves to be a non-nuclear state to the International Atomic Energy … Continue reading →

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Cultural Diplomacy in Iowa

Posted on June 18, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Cultural Diplomacy in Iowa by Paul Deaton “The cultural diplomacy practiced by people like Christopher Merrill adds another layer to our understanding of Iran…”A group of Iowans was sitting around a table at the public library meeting room talking about … Continue reading →

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Kevin McCarthy at the Iowa Democratic Party Convention

Posted on June 13, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Kevin McCarthy at the Iowa Democratic Party Convention by Paul Deaton “In a state representative race, an Iowan has the chance to meet and get to know his/her candidate personally. Winning coalitions are built by candidates at the front doors … Continue reading →

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Tell Iowa Congressmen to Stop GMO Alfalfa

Posted on June 13, 2010 by Paul Deaton

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Roger Ebert, Saul Alinsky and the Tea Party

Posted on June 13, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Roger Ebert, Saul  Alinsky and the Tea Party (editor's note) If you are not familiar with the recent writing of Roger Ebert, Blog for Iowa readers may find his web site, Roger Ebert's Journal at the Chicago Sun-Times to be … Continue reading →

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Vigil and Fast for Arizona Comes to Clinton, Iowa

Posted on June 12, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Vigil and Fast for Arizona Comes to Clinton, Iowa “Isaiah 58 – National Solidarity Vigil and Fast for Arizona” Comes to Clinton, Iowa on June 14. Multi-faith effort in Clinton to focus on civil and human rights abuses of new … Continue reading →

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Iowa's Primaries Defined the Field

Posted on June 12, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Iowa's Primaries Defined the Field by Paul Deaton “We have worked too hard to get where we are to go back.”While party officials and delegates attend the Democratic convention in Des Moines today, the 2010 midterm election is shaping up … Continue reading →

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Tauscher: Quick U.S. Senate Nod for START Unlikely

Posted on June 11, 2010 by Paul Deaton

Tauscher: Quick U.S. Senate Nod for START Unlikely “In recognition of the fact that President Obama is consistently, diligently working to improve the national security posture of the United States, Blog for Iowa will occasionally publish articles about the administration's … Continue reading →

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Letter from Senator Chuck Grassley on the START Treaty

Posted on June 11, 2010 by Paul Deaton

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