Category Archives: Blog for Iowa

Weekly Observations July 4th Edition.

Posted on July 1, 2012 by Dave Bradley

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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Friday Food Talk: It’s Local, Sustainable And Delicious

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Trish Nelson

by Martha Schut We spent a lovely afternoon a few days ago at Rapid Creek Ranch, owned by Doug and Pam Darrow and managed by their son Justin Wade. The farm sits on a beautiful 280 rolling acres just south … Continue reading →

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Boswell Voted With Republicans On Holder Contempt

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Trish Nelson

John Barrow (Blue Dog-GA), Dan Boren (Blue Dog-OK), Leonard Boswell (Blue Dog-IA), Ben Chandler (Blue Dog-KY), Joe Donnelly (Blue Dog–IN), Kathy Hochul (New Dem-NY), Ron Kind (New Dem-WI), Larry Kissell (Blue Dog-NC), Jim Matheson (Blue Dog-UT), Mike McIntyre (Blue Dog-NC), … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Dave Bradley

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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Sunday Funday – Who Are We Today

Posted on June 24, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Well, if companies are people, why do they change their names so much? Hmmm? What are they trying to hide? I mean, if they didn’t have anything to hide why would they change their names? If they are people they … Continue reading →

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Friday Food Talk: Senate Says States Can’t Require GMO Labeling

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Trish Nelson

Follow Food Democracy Now! on FB and Twitter WASHINGTON, June 21 – The Senate [yesterday] rejected an amendment by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) to let states require clear labels on any food or beverage containing genetically engineered ingredients. The vote … Continue reading →

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Republican Beatitudes

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Dave Bradley

I know Jesus is on the side of the Republicans. We get told that all the time by the pious people who praise Jesus while cutting food stamps and health care for poor kids. These are the same ones who … Continue reading →

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Waiting on Wisconsin

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Dave Bradley

I am starting my observations on Tuesday. This may be a stream of consciousness observation week. Right now it is @ 12:30. I have Ed Schultz streaming on the computer. He and John Nichols of the Nation magazine continue to … Continue reading →

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Have You Voted For Dave Loebsack Yet?

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Trish Nelson

Today June 5,  is primary election day. Progressives, if  you live in Iowa’s second congressional district and you have not yet voted for Dave Loebsack who is being primaried by a conservadem, please find time today to make sure you … Continue reading →

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