Category Archives: 2016 Election Campaign

Drake University Democratic Debate

Posted on November 16, 2015 by Paul Deaton

The winner in last night’s debate at Drake University’s Sheslow Auditorium was the American people as Hillary Clinton, Martin O’Malley and Bernie Sanders discussed, and actually debated issues that matter. This is in sharp contrast with the multi-level Republican debates. … Continue reading →

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Joni Ernst And The Koch Brothers

Posted on November 14, 2015 by Dave Bradley

A true tale with foreboding for the 2016 election. From politico.com comes the story of how Joni Ernst became the darling of the Koch brothers and how they disguise their involvement through layers of operatives: Until now, little has been … Continue reading →

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Donald Trump: America’s Current Gorgeous George?

Posted on November 7, 2015 by Dave Bradley

Driving down the road and listening to yet another story on Donald Trump punctuated with Trump himself telling all who dare listen just how great he is, I could not help to let my mind drift to try to remember … Continue reading →

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Dems Must Vote Down-Ballot To Flip States In 2016

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Trish Nelson

DemocracyforAmerica Tuesday’s election delivered some big wins for DFA-endorsed progressive candidates — and dealt a powerful blow to the NRA. The good news: On Tuesday in Virginia, DFA-endorsed Jeremy McPike defeated the NRA in the biggest State Senate race of … Continue reading →

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Real Scares For Halloween

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Dave Bradley

Who could pass up the opportunity to post a column on things to be truly scared of Halloween? Not me for sure! Earth’s survival We are crapping badly in the only nest we have and refuse to clean it up! … Continue reading →

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Clinton Campaign Chair John Podesta To Visit Iowa

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Trish Nelson

On Tuesday, October 27 and Wednesday, October 28, Hillary for America Chair John Podesta will visit with supporters and volunteers to talk about the fights Hillary Clinton will wage on behalf of Iowans as President. Hillary Clinton is running for … Continue reading →

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Hillary After Jefferson Jackson

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Paul Deaton

Beginning with the first debate on Oct. 13, it has been a fast and wild ride for Democrats. Hillary Clinton held her lead in the polls, and Bernie Sanders appears to have reached a ceiling of support. Vice president Joe … Continue reading →

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Republicans Are Paid To Be Stupid

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Trish Nelson

 

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Senator Cruz And The Sierra Club

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Paul Deaton

The exchange between U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and Sierra Club president Aaron Mair during an Oct. 6 Senate judiciary subcommittee hearing was a brief flash in the news cycle. Was it also a debate about climate change? The subject was … Continue reading →

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Submit Your #InternetVoter Question For Tonight’s #DemDebate

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Trish Nelson

Freepress Action Fund The first Democratic presidential debate is tonight and CNN is taking your questions! We pushed the Republicans to weigh in on Internet issues during the last two debates. Now’s our chance to do the same for the … Continue reading →

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