Category Archives: Blog for Iowa

Loebsack Statement on House Passage of Government Funding Bill

Posted on September 24, 2020 by Trish Nelson

Washington, D.C. – Congressman Dave Loebsack released the following statement today after the House voted on the continuing resolution to keep the government funded and running after September 30. Earlier this year, the House passed legislation to fund nearly all … Continue reading →

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We Lost Al In The Senate But We Still Have His Great Podcast

Posted on September 23, 2020 by Trish Nelson

I still can’t get over the loss of Al Franken as a senator.  But he does now have one of the best podcasts.  It’s funny of course and Al has a natural curiosity that means he doesn’t ask the same … Continue reading →

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It’s The Masks, Stupid

Posted on September 22, 2020 by Trish Nelson

Reprinted with permission from the Fall 2020 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 The Prairie Progressive, Box 1945, … Continue reading →

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When There Are Nine

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Trish Nelson

“Be someone who holds fast to her convictions and self respect. Be independent. Don’t be distracted by emotions like anger, envy, resentment. These just sap energy and waste time.” – RBG “People ask me sometimes,  ‘when do you think there … Continue reading →

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Iowa Press: Racial Equality Issues In Iowa

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Trish Nelson

On this edition of Iowa Press, Rep. Ako Abdul-Samad (D – Des Moines) and Rep. Ras Smith (D – Waterloo) discuss racial equality issues in Iowa including legislation and executive orders pertaining to policing reform and felon voting.

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Joni Ernst Chose The NRA Over Victims

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Trish Nelson

“‘She’s not looking out for the best interests of women’— In the wake of her sister’s murder, this Iowa voter has a clear message for Republican Sen. Joni Ernst.”

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Rep. Heather Matson Works To Build Community

Posted on September 16, 2020 by Trish Nelson

Please share this great ad by women filmmakers at One Vote at a Time. My priority in my first term has been civic engagement and constituent services. Being truly accessible to the people I am fortunate to represent by holding … Continue reading →

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Christina Blackcloud for Iowa

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Trish Nelson

“I believe the only way to make a change is to be the change. That’s why I’m running for Iowa House District 72.” Christina Blackcloud on Facebook “Hi everyone! I am very humbled and honored to be your Democratic Nominee … Continue reading →

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Media Chided By One Of Its Own For Coddling Trump: “History Will Not Judge Us Kindly”

Posted on September 14, 2020 by Trish Nelson

ICYMI. This is an excerpt from an article by Margaret Sullivan,  media columnist for the Washington Post.  She’s no political hack. She speaks with authority on this issue.  Here are her credentials.   Education: Georgetown University; Northwestern University’s Medill School of … Continue reading →

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Finkenauer And Hinson Debate

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Trish Nelson

ICYMI  – Candidates U.S. Rep. Abby Finkenauer (D – Dubuque) and Iowa Rep. Ashley Hinson (R – Marion) 

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