Author Archives: Trish Nelson

Join A Local Panel Discussion On The “Dirty Thirty” Corporate Tax Dodgers

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Trish Nelson

There is a lot of talk about budget sequestration and federal deficit reduction happening in Washington D.C. What has been lost in the conversation is that there are scores of outrageously profitable U.S. corporations who pay little or no federal … Continue reading →

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What’s Up With Branstad And The Orascom Deal?

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Bolkcom: “Was the competition from Illinois real or was it simply a fabrication?”

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Medicaid Expansion Will Be Good For Iowa

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Trish Nelson

BFIA Action Alert:  We must not let Governor Branstad and the Iowa GOP throw away federal funds that would benefit tens of thousands of people in Iowa by providing access to affordable health care. Public pressure is the only way … Continue reading →

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Attend Environmental Lobby Day 2013 At The Iowa Statehouse

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Trish Nelson

iaenvironment.org/ The Iowa Environmental Council cordially invites members and supporters to our 2013 Environmental Lobby Day at the statehouse. This year’s event will be especially memorable because members of the Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) Alliance and the Iowa’s Water … Continue reading →

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Harkin Harvest Fails In Granite State

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Trish Nelson

This article originally appeared in the Spring 1992 issue of the Prairie Progressive. MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE—The 727 landed in a dense fog. One year ago today, the ground war had begun. One year ago, perhaps, yellow ribbons festooned the trees … Continue reading →

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Weekend Progressive Events: #noKXL Rally In Ames

Posted on February 15, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Sunday, February 17 1:00pm until 2:00pm Brookside Park, Ames Iowa On Sunday, February 17, thousands of Americans are heading to Washington, D.C. to join the action urging President Obama to reject the Keystone XL pipeline. If you can’t make it … Continue reading →

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Why Iowa Should Invest In Railroad Infrastructure This Legislative Session

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Trish Nelson

Better passenger rail opportunities  is obviously an exciting prospect.  But there’s also freight and farm to market improvements involved.  Watch this video of Sen. Matt McCoy and others explain why Iowa should modernize our railroad system.  For more information, contact … Continue reading →

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Talk To Your Congressman: Dave Loebsack Will Hold Tele-Town Hall Meeting Tonight

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Trish Nelson

I want to hear from you.  As your representative, my first priority is to make sure that the voices of the Second District are heard.   My office has received thousands of emails, letters and phone calls about school safety, the … Continue reading →

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GOP Gerrymandering Iowa Style

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Trish Nelson

If You Can’t Win, Change The Rules: Local Version Follow John Deeth at jdeeth.blogspot.com. The recent Republican effort in swing states to game the electoral college by changing to a district system died a quick death, in large part out … Continue reading →

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The So-Called Fiscal Cliff Deal And Real Problems

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Trish Nelson

by Ralph Scharnau On New Year’s Day, the Senate and House passed a “fiscal cliff” deal.  The terms of the deal contain some good parts.  But economic stimulus and job growth issues were largely ignored. First, the agreement brought positive … Continue reading →

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