Author Archives: Trish Nelson

Chris Jones Would Run As A Democrat For Ag Secretary

This story was originally published by Sentient by Nina B. Elkadi Former University of Iowa researcher Chris Jones has announced an exploratory committee for Secretary of Agriculture in Iowa, a major step toward running for office. Jones, who currently serves … Continue reading →

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Armistice Day Celebration In Iowa City

Organizer Ed Flaherty of Iowa City Veterans for Peace said the Iowa City event was the the only Armistice Day celebration in Iowa. A small but mighty crowd attended to honor all veterans. The ringing of the bells was followed … Continue reading →

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Video: Miller-Meeks “Hell-Freezes-Over” Full Town Hall

*UPDATED For what it’s worth, here is the entire Miller-Meeks Hell Freezes Over One Day Only Tour held in Keosaqua, Iowa Monday afternoon. I’ll just start by saying I was surprised no one asked her how she got from “I’ll … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Was NoKings #3 – Building The Movement For The Coming Fights

I hope you will watch the Indivisible weekly planning call and discussion. A few of many important topics covered: What is the strategic arc of resistance over the next 12 months? How we get democracy to reassert itself. The direct … Continue reading →

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Iowans Visit Miller-Meeks’ Davenport Office

CCI Action Fund Everyday Iowans to Rep. Miller-Meeks and Sen. Ernst – Fix Healthcare Premiums Now Constituents visit Davenport office urging them to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits [Davenport, IA] – Nearly two dozen Iowans in Rep. Miller-Meeks’ district … Continue reading →

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It’s The Margins, Stupid

Way to go, Democrats! “A good day for democracy and a really bad day for Donald Trump.” – Simon Rosenberg A good day in Iowa as well.  Here is a link to Laura Belin and Julie Gammack discussing Iowa results.

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Support Independent Media In Iowa

As I write this, the polls are still open everywhere. I hope everyone was able to vote in your local elections. I really enjoy the Cornhole Champions podcast and recommend it for great interviews and conversations about Iowa and national … Continue reading →

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Kim Reynolds’ Priorities

Gov. Reynolds should get little credit for throwing a nominal amount of cash at a problem created by her party. Ed Tibbetts wrote about it on his Substack yesterday. Excerpt below. Follow Along The Mississippi on Substack.  “News, opinions and … Continue reading →

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All Politics Is Local: Early Voting Still Available Today In Iowa

Tomorrow is election day.  Here is a message from your Iowa Senate Democrats. You can still vote early at your county auditor’s office or at an available satellite location. iowa.gov/how-do-i-vote-early-person  

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How To Get Involved In The Pro-Democracy Movement

The most important thing that needs to happen is everyone needs to get involved. If you’ve been looking for a way to participate but you aren’t sure what to do, here is a place to start. You can watch this … Continue reading →

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