Category Archives: Blog for Iowa

How To Waste $1.4 Billion

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Trish Nelson

How To Waste $1.4 Billion by Ed Flaherty The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) approved funds for  93 F-35 warplanes, 14 more than the Pentagon requested.  Each F-35 costs approximately $100 million.  Setting aside the  question of why the does … Continue reading →

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A New Day In America

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Yesterday was an amazing day. The inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice-President Kamala Harris overcame pandemic and insurrection to show the nation and the world that democracy still stands in all its glory.  There were so many uplifting moments. … Continue reading →

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Today We Celebrate – Where To Watch The Biden-Harris Inauguration

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Today set aside everything  that you don’t absolutely have to do and celebrate this moment.  Democracy lives to see another day!  Electing a Democratic president and congress is only the first step in reclaiming our country’s values and maintaining the … Continue reading →

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MLK Day Events In Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Ames, Davenport

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Here are some of the free events in Iowa celebrating the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. Cedar Rapids • Monday: 7 p.m. on Facebook Live, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church annual celebration with music and speakers; Dr. … Continue reading →

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Reminder: Special Election in SD41 Next Tuesday

Posted on January 17, 2021 by Dave Bradley

From Rob Sand, Iowa State Auditor: I’m reaching out to you today on behalf of my friends in the Iowa State Senate. As you may have heard, Iowa Senate District 41 is having a special election on January 26 – … Continue reading →

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Axne Takes Lead Requesting Cots, Showers, Food For National Guard At Capitol

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Trish Nelson

We’ve all seen the images of National Guard members sleeping on the floor of the capitol building in Washington, DC, called up to defend our country after Trump’s mob ransacked the place and killed people.  Iowa Democrat Rep. Cindy Axne … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Inauguration 2021 With PACG Virtual Parade and Dance Party

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Trish Nelson

An invitation from Progressive Action for the Common Good PACG invites you to the Inauguration 2021 Virtual Parade and Dance Party on Wednesday, January 20th from 6:45 to 8:30 pm via Zoom. We encourage people to connect to share their hopes for … Continue reading →

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Reynolds To Use Tax Dollars For Private Schools

Posted on January 13, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Statement from Progress Iowa on Reynolds Condition of the State address Des Moines, Iowa — Progress Iowa Executive Director Matt Sinovic issued the following statement in response to Governor Kim Reynolds’ condition of the state address, delivered Tuesday evening: Governor … Continue reading →

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Iowa Senate Leader Wahls’ 2021 Opening Day Speech

Posted on January 12, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Good morning everyone, and welcome to the first day of the 2021 session. Before I begin, I ask all Senators in the Chamber, as well as staff, lobbyists, and other members of the public, to rise as you are able … Continue reading →

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4-H Should Be For All Kids

Posted on January 11, 2021 by Trish Nelson

Published with permission from the January 2021 issue of  The Prairie Progressive, Iowa’s oldest progressive newsletter. The Prairie Progressive is  funded entirely by reader subscription,  available only in hard copy for $12/yr.  Send check to PP, Box 1945, Iowa City … Continue reading →

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