Category Archives: Blog for Iowa

Dave Loebsack Co-Sponsor Of Net Neutrality Resolution

Posted on March 1, 2018 by Trish Nelson

I wrote to Iowa’s only Democrat in congress, Dave Loebsack, IA 02, about his support for a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution introduced in the House of Representatives by Rep. Mike Doyle (PA),  to overturn the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) … Continue reading →

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Conservatives Blame Everything But Guns

Posted on February 28, 2018 by Trish Nelson

Brilliant commentary by The Daily Show’s Trevor Noah.  “They live in a world free of embarrassment. No idea is too ridiculous.”

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How Does Monopolization Affect Iowans? Ask Austin Frerick

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Trish Nelson

And now it’s time for a word from Austin Frerick, Democratic candidate for congress in IA-03.  Austin is an amazing young progressive candidate Iowa can be proud of. Maybe you don’t live in the third district but you can still … Continue reading →

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Rep. Young (IA 03) Said He “Didn’t Know” He Got $5,000 From Monsanto

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Trish Nelson

Challenger Austin Frerick asked incumbent Representative David Young for his position on the Monsanto-Bayer merger.  “The merger, if not stopped, would result in two companies — Monsanto-Bayer and Dow-DuPont — controlling about three-quarters of the U.S. corn seed market. ”  … Continue reading →

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Is Iowa Owned By The Koch Brothers?

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Dave Bradley

Out of the blue republicans in the Iowa senate once again struck a blow against democracy by rushing a budget bill through sub-committee and committee that will be disastrous for Iowa. In a state that can’t even pay its current … Continue reading →

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Controlled Experiment Shows Good Guy With Gun Doesn’t Fare Well

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Dave Bradley

From the blurb on youtube.com for this video: Published on Apr 21, 2010 The controlled study documented in these videos show that concealed carry permit holders are fooling themselves if they think they will be able to react effectively to … Continue reading →

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Sunday Funday: Eric Greitens Blames George Soros Edition

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Dave Bradley

8.5 minutes of a great president and some admirers “Party of Responsibility” leader in Missouri, Gov. Eric Greitens has a bit of a different take on how one should take responsibility for one’s actions. Greitens was outed by the ex-husband … Continue reading →

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Americans Can’t Afford Republicans Anymore

Posted on February 24, 2018 by Dave Bradley

Of all the myths surrounding politics, one of that is totally false and yet one of the hardest to kill is that Republican economies are good for the economy.  Like many myths of the realm, it was probably created by … Continue reading →

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Working People’s Day of Action – Cedar Rapids

Posted on February 24, 2018 by Dave Bradley

Join thousands of working people and our allies nationwide as we stand up for the freedom to join together in strong unions and fight for decent and equitable pay, affordable health care, quality schools, vibrant communities and a secure future … Continue reading →

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Buying An AR-15 In Iowa – Part 2

Posted on February 23, 2018 by Trish Nelson

Click here to view Part 1

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