Author Archives: Trish Nelson

Iowa Food System Coalition Sits Down With Lindsay James

Posted on August 27, 2026 by Trish Nelson

This is the first in a series of educational conversations conducted by the Iowa Food System Coalition with candidates running for statewide and federal office in 2026. “The Iowa Food System Coalition sat down with State Rep. Lindsay James, a … Continue reading →

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Marc Elias Explains SCOTUS Mail Ballot Ruling

Posted on August 26, 2026 by Trish Nelson

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Toxic Taps: Panel Of Experts Discuss Iowa Water Quality Crisis

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Trish Nelson

This event will be livestreamed. Thursday, September 3 at 6:30 pm Iowa City Public Library 123 South Linn Street Iowa City DAN VOSS Linn County Farmer and Cancer Survivor AUDREY TRAN LAM Environmental Public Health Director University of Northern Iowa … Continue reading →

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Iowa’s Big Ag Lobbyists Getting Nervous

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Trish Nelson

From our inbox: There’s a lot that’s been happening on the campaign trail, and I wanted to give you a brief update. Shockingly, my opponent, a 2-term incumbent and his Big Ag donors like Farm Bureau and Bayer-Monsanto are already … Continue reading →

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Iowa Farmers On Agriculture And Water Quality

Posted on August 21, 2026 by Trish Nelson

From our inbox – Iowa Environmental Council and Des Moines Water Works event announcement: What happens when three Iowa farmers decide it’s time to shake things up in the world of agriculture and water quality? The Lobe Rangers happen. Matt Bormann, … Continue reading →

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John Norwood For State Treasurer

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Trish Nelson

Democratic candidate for treasurer John Norwood speaks to Iowans at the Des Moines Register Political Soapbox.  Volunteer or donate to his campaign here.

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What Democrats Are Doing

Posted on August 19, 2026 by Trish Nelson
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Even The Price Of Corn Dogs Has Gone Up

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Trish Nelson
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Real Conversations On The Ground In Iowa

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Trish Nelson

“We need someone who will speak up and use that privilege for the greater good.” – Rachel Burns Interview with Rachel Burns, Democratic candidate for Iowa House of Representatives District 7, northwest Iowa. Counties in HD 07 – Calhoun, Pocahontas, … Continue reading →

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Full Video: Rob Sand Town Hall In Ottumwa

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Trish Nelson

Props to Laura Belin at Bleeding Heartland for providing the public service of recording full videos of Rob Sand’s town halls.  Follow her YouTube channel here. Please share it on social media to help reach more voters.

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