Author Archives: Trish Nelson

Burning Down The House

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Trish Nelson

occupydemocrats.com If you believe the Republican government shutdown is something the leaders of the GOP came up with on a last-minute whim, Rachel Maddow has news for you: the plan for this reckless act of economic obstruction was hashed deep … Continue reading →

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Senator Harkin Encourages Iowans To Sign Up At Healthcare.gov

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Trish Nelson
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Iowa Republicans Bicker Over Campaign Tweets Because They Can’t Stop Obamacare

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Not being a real news organization, BFIA has no self-imposed obligation to report (blab incessantly) about the media obsession of the week.  So, if you came to find out what we might have to say about Ted Cruz, move along, … Continue reading →

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Teleconference Today About Affordable Care Act Enrollment

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Trish Nelson

10:30 AM TODAY: NATIONAL, LOCAL EXPERTS TO HOLD TELECONFERENCE ABOUT AFFORDABLE CARE ACT ENROLLMENT BEGINNING Des Moines, Iowa — Today at 10:30 a.m., national and local health care experts will provide the media with accurate information about the implementation of … Continue reading →

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This Week On The Fallon Forum: Fracking, Guns And Pasta

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Ed’s back! Monday, we talk with Kevin Adair. Also joining us, State Sen. Jack Hatch, one of three Democratic candidates for Governor. And we’ll get Frank Strong’s take on the wisdom of issuing gun permits to the blind. Tuesday, we … Continue reading →

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Governor Branstad Driver Stopped For Speeding Again

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Who will be to blame this time, yet another disgruntled, rogue state trooper?  Again! Vehicle Carrying Governor Branstad Stopped For Speeding blogs.desmoinesregister.com/2013/09/27/again-vehicle-carrying-gov-terry-branstad-stopped-for-speeding Official: 2nd Iowa trooper sped with Branstad siouxcityjournal.com/ap/state/official-nd-iowa-trooper-sped-with-branstad Gov. Branstad driver stopped for speeding again thegazette.com/2013/09/27/gov-branstad-driver-stopped-for-speeding-again/ kcrg.com/news/local/Branstads-SUV-Pulled-Over-For-Speeding-Again Thinkprogress.org … Continue reading →

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Dr. Francis Thicke To Speak At Climate Change Event

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Isballiance.org The Iowa Sustainable Business Alliance (ISBA) and the American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) invite you to help change national policy on climate change by acting locally!!  ISBA in conjunction with ASBC is hosting this event for concerned and interested … Continue reading →

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Iowa Secretary Of State Matt Schultz May Be Held Accountable For Voter Purging

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Trish Nelson

kcrg.com/Lawsuit-Challenging-Voting-Rules-Advances-in-Court A lawsuit that challenges the powers of the Iowa Secretary of State is advancing.  The American Civil Liberties Union of Iowa (ACLU-Ia) and the League of United Latin American Citizens of Iowa (LULAC) both say Secretary of State Matt … Continue reading →

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Steve King Votes Against Food For Iowans

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Trish Nelson
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Howard Dean And Robert Reich Join Forces For Democracy

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Trish Nelson

You won’t want to miss this event tonight at 7:00 pm.  Watch the trailer then click on the links to sign up for the call. From Robert Reich: We are reaching a tipping point. In my new movie, Inequality for … Continue reading →

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