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retired in West Liberty

Sunday Funday: Frederick Douglass For The Win Edition

Posted on February 5, 2017 by Dave Bradley

It was almost as if Frederick Douglass reached from beyond the grave to make a fool out of our buffoon of a president. When asked about Frederick Douglass, our buffoon of a president responded: “Frederick Douglass is an example of … Continue reading →

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Buy Senator Ernst’s Vote

Posted on February 4, 2017 by Dave Bradley

A gofundme page has sprung up to try to outbid DeVos for Ernst’s vote: Betsy DeVos gave* $2,600 to Sen. Joni Ernst, whose vote is now pivotal inDeVos’s nomination fight (If one more Republican commits to vote “no” DeVos loses). … Continue reading →

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What Prompts Excommunication?

Posted on February 4, 2017 by Dave Bradley

I sent this email to the bishop of the Diocese of Madison, Wisconsin. Since Catholic officials occasionally see fit to call out Catholic politicians for their stand if they favor abortion, I was curious what the Church stand is for … Continue reading →

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Americans Leaving Religion In Droves

Posted on February 4, 2017 by Dave Bradley

Samantha Bee explains the marriage of evangelicals and the extreme right. This is in 2 parts. The second part is below. This part is 10 minutes. This is not news to anyone who spends time on the internet. The Pew … Continue reading →

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1,000 Across The State Join Iowa Workers To Speak Out

Posted on February 4, 2017 by Dave Bradley

Matt Sinovic Friday Feb.3, 10:46 AMMatt Sinovic (press@progressiowa.org) In Case You Missed It: 1,000 join Iowa workers to speak out Contact: Matt Sinovic, (515) 423-0530 News Compilation: Overview: Iowa workers spoke out at 7 different press conferences Wednesday, advocating for … Continue reading →

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Contact Your Representatives!

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Dave Bradley

The very most effective action you can take following the liberating experience of standing up to the bully is to now start contacting your national senators and representatives on national issues. But do not forget that the overwhelmingly Republican Iowa … Continue reading →

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Democrats in Davenport: HD 89 Election Tuesday

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Dave Bradley

Just a reminder for our friends down in Davenport: Tuesday is the election to replace Rep. Jim Lykam. Lykam moved to the senate to fill the seat of the late Joe Seng. Turnout will be key. Please be sure to … Continue reading →

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Sunday Funday: Don’t Be A Sucker Edition

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Dave Bradley

First question for today: Are there any lessons for today in the following 1947 from the US military produced post WWII? (17.5 minutes) 1) A 140,000 gallon diesel pipeline spill occurred on farm ground in what northern Iowa county? 2) … Continue reading →

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The People Speak: Letters To The Editor

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Dave Bradley

Reminder: letters to the editor of our local newspapers are a free and great way to get our points out. And do not be shy. If you write a great letter share it with all the newspapers in the area. … Continue reading →

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Ajit Pai: New FCC Chair Foe of Net Neutrality

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Dave Bradley

An email from freepress.net Reactionary agenda Timothy Karr, FreePress.net Ajit Pai — a former Verizon lawyer — is now the head of the FCC. And he’s vowed to destroy Net Neutrality. The open internet is more important than ever — … Continue reading →

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