Category Archives: Candidates

Bayh Behind Iowa Presidential Surveys

Posted on May 19, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Bayh Behind Iowa Presidential Surveys The Washington Post Apparently, it's never too early to start wooing those Iowa activists. A couple of weeks ago, Democrats in Linn County, which includes Cedar Rapids, were recruited to participate in a focus group. … Continue reading →

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Loebsack Shifts Campaign Gears

Posted on May 7, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Loebsack Shifts Campaign Gears A Message from David Loebsack Dear Friends, I hope this message finds you well. I just want to update you on how the “exploration” is going. First, let me thank all of those who have already … Continue reading →

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Join Ed Fallon’s Campaign for Governor

Posted on April 21, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Join Ed Fallon's Campaign for Governor A Message from Rep. Ed Fallon (D-Des Moines) Many thanks to the over 400 people who came to the official kick-off of my campaign at the State Capitol earlier this month!  The energy and … Continue reading →

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Loebsack Receives Positive Feedback on Possible Run Against Leach

Posted on April 13, 2005 by bfialindathieman

  Loebsack Receives Positive Feedback on Possible Run Against Leach A Message from Professor David Loebsack Recently, I sent a message to a number of listservs in the 2nd congressional district (including Blog for Iowa) noting that I am beginning … Continue reading →

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Ed Fallon Makes His Run for Governor of Iowa Official

Posted on April 9, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Ed Fallon Makes His Run for Governor of Iowa Official by O. Kay Henderson, Radio Iowa The Des Moines legislator becomes the first candidate to officially declare he's running for governor. Representative Ed Fallon, a Democrat from Des Moines, has … Continue reading →

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Ed Fallon Set to Announce Gubernatorial Run This Saturday

Posted on April 4, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Ed Fallon Set to Announce Gubernatorial Run This Saturday A message from Rep. Ed Fallon (D-Polk): Dear Friends, I will announce my candidacy for the Democratic nomination for governor at a rally on Saturday, April 9th, from noon – 2:00 … Continue reading →

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Cornell Prof Considers Run Against Leach

Posted on March 24, 2005 by bfialindathieman

Cornell Prof Considers Run Against Leach by Professor David Loebsack, Cornell College This seems like the appropriate time to begin to go at least semi-public with my “exploration” of a run against Leach in '06.  Many of you know me … Continue reading →

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Ed Fallon: Iowa’s Paul Wellstone?

Posted on February 6, 2005 by Trish Nelson

  Ed Fallon:  Iowa's Paul Wellstone? Pointblank Des Moines Can a maverick Democrat who once endorsed Nader, cut his teeth in the peace movement, and refuses PAC money win Iowa's top job? By Tim Schmitt Can [Ed Fallon], an inner-city … Continue reading →

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Iowa Gubernatorial Race, 2006: Progressive Ed Fallon Throws Hat into Ring as Sally Pederson Bows Out

Posted on November 25, 2004 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Gubernatorial Race, 2006: Progressive Ed Fallon Throws Hat into Ring as Sally Pederson Bows Out by Linda Thieman Progressive State Representative Ed Fallon (D-Des Moines) announced Wednesday that after a lengthy exploratory campaign, he has made his decision and … Continue reading →

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A Message from John Drury

Posted on November 13, 2004 by bfialindathieman

A Message from John Drury By now you know we lost our bid for the Iowa Senate. We ran an incredible race but it is very difficult to go against an incumbent and ultimately, the voters decided to re-elect Senator … Continue reading →

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