Author Archives: Dave Bradley

About Dave Bradley

retired in West Liberty

Hodge-Podge: Branstad For Bishop!

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Dave Bradley

I understand Terry Branstad is a Roman Catholic. I never knew this because I never cared before. As one who truly believes that the separation of Church and State must as wide as a galaxy it really irked me to … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog for Iowa, Branstad, Farming, Immigration, separation of church and state, tea party | Tagged chris christie, frivolous lawsuit, refugees, science | Comments Off

Sunday Funday: County Fair Edition

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Come one, come all to the great Muscatine County Fair in historic West Liberty, Iowa. We have exhibits of plants and foods; we have show animals of all varieties and we have a midway with thrilling rides and scrumptious one … Continue reading →

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Independent Poll Shows Iowans Oppose Gov. Branstad’s Orascom Deal

Posted on July 19, 2014 by Dave Bradley

For Immediate Release: Thursday, July 17th, 2014 Contact: Matt Sinovic, (515) 423-0530 55% oppose granting Orascom another $25 million in tax credits Des Moines, Iowa — An independent poll released today by Progress Iowa and Citizens for a Healthy Iowa … Continue reading →

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Dems: Middle Class Jumpstart!

Posted on July 19, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Led by Rep. John Yarmuth of Kentucky, US House Democrats unveiled a plan this week for a 100 day Jumpstart for the Middle Class. Speaking to WFPL radio in Louisville, Yarmuth spelled out parts of the plan: “This Congress has … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014 Election Campaign, David Loebsack, Jim Nussle, Staci Appel | Tagged Democratic plans, Democratic Values | Comments Off

Mid-July Hodge-Podge

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Paula Poundstone tweets: “CNN headline said Sarah Palin calls for “impeachment,” but it did not say of whom, and there is no evidence that she knows.” Joni Ernst also favors impeachment and will be willing to waste your time and … Continue reading →

Posted in Immigration, Joni Ernst | Tagged conservatives, Gohmert, Hobby Lobby, Scotus | Comments Off

Sunday Funday – Sue ‘Em Edition

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Ever wonder who’s advising the Republican on just what the public wants to see them do? Last year it was shutting down the government. Very popular move among about 10% of eligible voters. Then there is their constant war on … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget! Email, Call Or Write The FCC!

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Time is getting short and the consequences are severe. Your comment may be the one that persuades the former lobbyist for the telecommunications industry, Tom Wheeler, that there is a crucial need for an open, neutral internet as a bedrock … Continue reading →

Posted in Internet Issues | Tagged net neutrality, Tom Wheeler | Comments Off

Getting To Not Know The Candidate

Posted on July 12, 2014 by Dave Bradley

The Des Moines Register provides a service this election year. They have put together a set of standard questions for those who want to be our leaders and who want our votes. This is one of the great services that … Continue reading →

Posted in 2014 Election Campaign | Tagged Des Moines Register, Miller-Meeks | Comments Off

Immigrants In Iowa – From IPP

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Once more, the folks over at Iowa Policy Project take an hot button issue, take the emotion out of it and give us a sober fact based report. I certainly wish some of our politicians would take a cue from … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog for Iowa, Economy, Immigration, Iowa Policy Project, Jobs | Comments Off

Sunday Funday – Sad Week Edition

Posted on July 6, 2014 by Dave Bradley

“Give us your tired, your poor, your huddled masses” wrote Emma Lazarus. Apparently this no longer applies. What happened in Southern California Wednesday is an incredible disgrace to America. There are some folks who should be deported and not those … Continue reading →