Author Archives: Trish Nelson

Joni Ernst Says She Has “Clear Mandate” To Repeal The Affordable Care Act (202) 224-3254

“Iowans sent me to Washington with a clear mandate: repeal Obamacare. I am determined to stand up for Iowans and people all across America and fulfill my promise to them—that I am committed to stopping this failed law and paving … Continue reading

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Pipeline Environmental Impact Statement Must Include Iowa

Take Action – sign the petition.  Ed Fallon, Bold Iowa Director (515) 238-6404 or ed@boldiowa.org Army Corps Pipeline Analysis Must Include Iowa Bold Iowa today launched a petition calling on the U.S. Army Corps to conduct a full Environmental Impact Statement for … Continue reading

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Womens March Iowa City – Large Crowd, Great Signs

Peaceful protest in Iowa City.

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Best Democracy Money Can Buy Live Facebook Event

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The Massive Difference Between The Parties

“Come back in a year and see if you still hold the idea that both parties are the same.”

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Actions For Democrats, Independents, And Republicans Of Conscience

The Weekly Action Checklist is an excellent resource because it will help you focus on a weekly action,  but also, you will get important information about how to help yourself feel better in these trying times. If you choose to … Continue reading

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Rep. Loebsack: MLK Day A Day Of Service And Remembrance

A message about service from Iowa’s only Democrat in congress, Rep. Dave Loebsack on MLK day: Dear Friend, Today, we commemorate the great life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by doing our part to make a positive … Continue reading

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Crazy Iowa Republicans Want Permitless Carry For Literally Everyone

On MLK Day, it seems appropriate to post an action alert by Iowans For Gun Safety. Contact the members of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee that will hold an open public hearing on Wednesday, Jan. 18, at 11:30 am on SJR … Continue reading

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Ernst, Grassley Vote To Repeal The Affordable Care Act

Dave Bradley and I met with a Joni Ernst staffer Wednesday. We expressed our concerns about what the senator was going to do as far as her vote on repealing the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare). We shared … Continue reading

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How Did Donald Trump Become President? The Truth The Media Dare Not Utter

You must forgive your fellow lefties. In the heat of the campaign and aftermath of the election, hard feelings prevail within our party and it is easy to blame fellow Democrats, progressives, lefties, Greens, for everything that went wrong.  I’ve … Continue reading

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