Category Archives: economic inequality

Symposium On Wealth Disparity In America

Posted on November 20, 2014 by bfiatracykurowski

Yours truly will speak on the role of unions in decreasing inequality at this forum: November 22nd, 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM at Augustana College: If you are in the Quad Cities Saturday, join us for this event: “Symposium on … Continue reading →

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Questions For Candidates In 2014

Posted on July 5, 2014 by Dave Bradley

As we pass Independence Day and inch closer to the heavy political season (it never stops anymore) we need to get ready for the real job of a democracy. The past two years in particular have resulted in gridlock caused … Continue reading →

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The Importance Of Economic And Social Factors

Posted on April 17, 2014 by bfiaralphscharnau

News reports often separate economic and social issues. Yet the term, socio-economic, dating back to the 1880s, indicates a linkage. And a strong political connection exists between economic and social issues. Recent public opinion polling shows that the economy, followed … Continue reading →

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New Report: Minimum Wage Increase Would Bolster Iowa Economy

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Dave Bradley

For Immediate Release: February 19th, 2014 Contact: Matt Sinovic, (515) 423-0530 ‘Iowa Deserves a Raise’ finds that more than $270 million will be added to Iowa’s economy by raising the minimum wage to $10.10 per hour DES MOINES, IOWA — … Continue reading →

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Observations

Posted on January 26, 2014 by Dave Bradley

Observations * I am feeling in a somewhat snarky mood after spending the best part of the past two weeks trying to get my new health insurance in place. You know if we had single payer and everyone was enrolled … Continue reading →

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The “Dickens” You Say

Posted on December 29, 2013 by Dave Bradley

Today’s guest post is by Larry Hodgden of Tipton Iowa. Larry is a retired Viet Nam era veteran of the USAF. He and his wife of 40 years, Sharon, have three children and seven grandchildren who keep him very busy. … Continue reading →

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