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About Dave Bradley

retired in West Liberty

Is Branstad For Real?

Governor for Life Terry Branstad called the ACA “disastrous” and in the same breath said Iowans should strive to be the healthiest state in America. I am guessing he would also like the fastest car, without having to use any fuel. … Continue reading

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Sunday Funday – WalMart is 50!

Say what you want about Walmart, I doubt if any of your or my naysaying will have much effect on them. We really haven’t slowed them down much, nor have they changed even one policy. I have a continuing nightmare that … Continue reading

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Buy American, Support iowa

The following message was sent out by Congressman Loebsack for the Independence Day holiday. This is a message that is relevant every day of the year Every year for the Fourth of July Iowans join family, friends, and neighbors to … Continue reading

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Romney Types ARE The Problem

July 4th always used to be a day when I felt proud of our country. It used to be the day when I thought of the America where a young person of quite humble background could grow up to be a … Continue reading

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Weekly Observations July 4th Edition.

The big central question this election is quite simple and also quite akin to what sparked the original Revolutionary War two hundred plus years ago. The central question is whether or not our government is for the rich and powerful. … Continue reading

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Sunday Funday – It’s July 4th Already?

I think most people know the stories of July 4th. I love July 4th. So let’s have some hot dogs, some cold ones and lots of fun! 1) Rumors are that 1776 was a hot and miserable summer. What was … Continue reading

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Response To Business Concerns On Single Payer

I saw this online at democraticunderground and thought it so well written and thoughtful that i asked permission to publish it here. This may help in discussions that will be coming up concerning healthcare in America. Attribution–Health Care for All—Washington … Continue reading

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Obama Cares

I had a post ready for today, but felt that the SCOTUS ruling on healthcare needed a comment. First I am glad that as a nation we can now move ahead with the task of rolling out health care access … Continue reading

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The Courtney Report

Iowans have always strongly believed in education. As Iowa rebounds from the national recession, investing in education is more important than ever. That’s why the Iowa Legislature focused this year on creating jobs and growing our economy by improving student … Continue reading

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Wandering Thoughts From A Lefty Mind

As elusive as reality on Fox News. As elusive as the truth to Mitt Romney. The money the rich are spending to buy this election could buy some good infrastructure and schools in this country If I every get surrounded … Continue reading

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