Category Archives: Economy

Who Caused All This Debt?

Posted on June 23, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Today we have another guest post by Larry Hodgden of Tipton 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 … Continue reading →

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The Good Old Days

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Today we have a guest editorial from Larry Hodgdsen, chair of the cedar County Democrats 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 … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Burlington receives grant for downtown revitalization The Iowa Economic Development Authority has awarded Burlington a federally-funded downtown revitalization grant for the rehabilitation of downtown buildings. Grant funds help leverage private investment and improve physical conditions, while bringing new businesses and … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Dave Bradley

2012 successes for jobs, education, economy The 2012 session resulted in some significant successes for Iowans. We’ve once again balanced the state budget without raising taxes. And we’ve approved measures that will move this state forward, create jobs, grow our … Continue reading →

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The Invisible Hand Of The Market

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Due to the disaster at Fukishima last year, the invisible hand of the market now has 6 fingers and a couple of thumbs. Branstad falling short on jobs With about 40% of his first administration gone, he has fulfilled about … Continue reading →

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Courtney Report 27 – April – 2012

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Doing more to create jobs for Iowans and grow our state’s economy is still my top priority as the 2012 session winds down. The Iowa Senate is working to invest $62 million in job creation and economic growth. The Republican-controlled … Continue reading →

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Ye Olde Bait and Switch

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Yet again Republicans are running their election year bait and switch on jobs and the economy. Do not ever forget who was in charge when the economy hit the skids. The reasons behind the failures were not some mystical forces … Continue reading →

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Reaganomics Explained And Other Observations

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Dave Bradley

What is most distressing is that since Reagan, we continue to have large number of voters vote totally opposite of their own good by voting for Republicans that rob us blind, cut off any social safety nets and make government … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Dave Bradley

  Retiring Senate President Jack Kibbie of Emmetsburg helped create Iowa’s nationally recognized community college system. I’m working closely with him so Southeastern Community College and Eastern Iowa Community College as well as other community colleges can do even more … Continue reading →

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Harkin: It’s Time to Restore the American Dream

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Dave Bradley

March 29, 2012 Harkin: It’s Time to Restore the American Dream for Middle Class Families Introduces Bill to Create Jobs, Invest in America, and Restore Balance to Tax System WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) introduced the Rebuild America … Continue reading →

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