Author Archives: Trish Nelson

150 Year Anniversary Of Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address

agovernmentofthepeople.com/ Full Text of Gettysburg Address Among the many copies made of Lincoln’s Gettysburg address, the following text is considered the most accurate. Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived … Continue reading

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Tell The Des Moines Register: Stop Promoting Climate Change Denial

From our inbox.  Please sign the petition to the Des Moines Register and share with friends. Rep. Dan Kelley, a state representative from Newton, Iowa, started a petition on CREDO Mobilize, where activists can launch their own campaigns for progressive … Continue reading

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This Week On The Fallon Forum: ACA, Chris Christie, Chet Culver And More

Monday, in a special one-hour broadcast from 5:15-6:15 p.m., Dr. Charles Goldman and I discuss the kick-off to the ACA’s health insurance exchange. Then we talk about New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie. Is Christie the Republican Party’s only hope to … Continue reading

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“Inequality For All” Examines Widening Income Disparity In U.S.

“Inequality for All” MacBride Hall Auditorium Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM The University of Iowa Public Policy Center will present a free screening of “Inequality for All”, a 2013 documentary that examines the widening income inequality … Continue reading

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Donald Kaul: Tragicomedy In DC

Donald Kaul is taking a leave for health issues, but he’ll be back.  We wish him well and look forward to his return. Here is his most recent column on the government shutdown. You can find this and more Kaul … Continue reading

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Stop The King Amendment

From our inbox: Stop The Factory Farm Protection Act A petition to Rep. Steve King (R-Iowa) Please join us in opposition to Rep. King’s Factory Farm Protection Act by signing this petition. There re 14,655 signatures.  345 signatures still needed. … Continue reading

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This Week On The Fallon Forum: ISU Police Chase, Water, Climate Change, SNAP

Dear Friends, The police chase and shooting death on the Iowa State University campus last week has been the subject of much conversation, not just in Iowa but across the country. Was the use of deadly force by the police … Continue reading

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Armistice Day In Iowa City

The Armistice Day event today in Iowa City drew a nice size crowd of about 50-60 by my count.  There were speeches, bell ringing, a moment of silence and Taps.  Ed Flaherty said, “as you leave here today, please spread … Continue reading

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Dave Loebsack: Honor Vets And Families Every Day

Here’s a note from Congressman Dave Loebsack Dear Friend, Today we pause to honor the service of generations of veterans and reflect on the sacrifices they and their families have made for our great country. As a military parent, I … Continue reading

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Armistice Day Observance Today

Reminder from Peace Iowa Armistice Day event in Iowa City Gather at 10:20 AM Program Begins @ 10:30 Bells Will Ring at the 11th hour Of the 11th Day of the 11th Month ( Monday,November 11)In Front of Old Capitol … Continue reading

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