Author Archives: Trish Nelson

The Most Disturbing Thing About The GOP Selection Process

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Trish Nelson

We could not agree more with this sentiment or have said it better.  John Nichols on the Thom Hartmann show today said this: “…The most unsettling thing is what the Republican contest has said about our media.  By and large, … Continue reading →

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Congressman Braley Under Assault By Tea Party Candidates

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Trish Nelson

[Editor’s note:  This was a close race in 2010.   Please chip in if you can.] Already, three Tea Party Republican candidates have declared that they’re running against me, including the chosen candidate of the secret donor-funded, Republican-backed American Future Fund, … Continue reading →

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The “People’s Caucus” Will Be Televised

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Support the “people’s caucus,” support the Occupy movement, support a progressive agenda, support progressive Democrats,  attend the official Iowa caucus, support the Democratic party and support our President, Barack Obama.  There is no reason why Democrats or progressive activists have … Continue reading →

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Building The Progressive Movement Inside And Outside The Democratic Party In 2012

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Building the Progressive Movement Inside and Outside the Democratic Party When:  Friday, December  30, 2011,  1:30-5:30 p.m. Where:  First Unitarian Church, 1800 Bell Avenue, Des Moines IA 50315 Description: Welcome/overview—John Nichols, from The Nation, will moderate and lead a guided … Continue reading →

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This Week On The Fallon Forum: Pre-Caucuspalooza, John Nichols

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Monday – Thursday from 7:00-800 pm, join us for the fusion of politics and civility at 98.3 WOW-FM and on-line at 983wowfm.com.  Call (515) 312-0983 or (866) 908-TALK to participate in the conversation.  If you miss the show, you can … Continue reading →

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Thanks To “Obama Cares,” Medicare Doughnut Hole Is Shrinking

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Trish Nelson

[From USA Today, not exactly a liberal propaganda machine.] WASHINGTON – More than 2.65 million Medicare recipients have saved more than $1.5 billion on their prescriptions this year, a $569-per-person average, while premiums have remained stable, the government plans to … Continue reading →

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The 7 Types Of Republican Idiots

Posted on December 26, 2011 by Trish Nelson

We found this at addictinginfo.org.   The 7 types of Republican Idiots are (1) The educated Republicans; (2) The Fox News and conservative talk radio Republicans; (3) Christian Republicans; (4) Tea party Republicans; (5) Birther Republicans; (6) Racist Republicans; (7) Extremely … Continue reading →

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Letter From The 99% To The 1%

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Trish Nelson

From our inbox:  The letter below is a simple, elegant expression of the reason for the Occupy Wall Street movement.  We do not know its origin.  Please share widely. Letter to the 1% We are the 99%. We are the … Continue reading →

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2012 Legislature Will Convene On Monday, January 9

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Trish Nelson

From the newsletter of Senator Joe Bolkcom.  It has been an extremely busy time the past two months in preparation for the upcoming legislative session. I have participated in numerous meetings with constituents and organizations. There is much work ahead … Continue reading →

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What Newspaper Believes People Are More Important Than Corporations?

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Trish Nelson

http://progressivepopulist.blogspot.com/ THE PROGRESSIVE POPULIST, a newspaper that believes people are more important than corporations, premiered in November 1995 as a monthly tabloid publication based in Storm Lake, Iowa, with editorial offices in Austin, Texas. In October 1999 it expanded to … Continue reading →

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