Category Archives: Education

The Courtney Report

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Dave Bradley

A strong Iowa economy starts with strong local schools The quality of local Iowa schools is central to our state’s economic opportunity. From day one, a good education prepares Iowans for the workforce and assures businesses that Iowa has the … Continue reading →

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Romney Lies? Who’da Thunk It?

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Dave Bradley

How do you know he’s lying? His lips are moving! Paul Krugman in his blog  says what many people have been waiting for someone to say: “I mean, is there anything at all in Romney’s stump speech that’s true? It’s … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Stay in touch this session Please contact me this session if you have something you’d like to share. You can call me at the Statehouse during the week at 515-281-3371. On weekends, I can be reached at 319-759-5334. E-mail me … Continue reading →

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Something Unique At West Liberty High School Last Thursday

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Dave Bradley

Carol and I have been involved with a group called Dream Catchers in West Liberty for quite a while now. One of our early mentees is now in high school. High schoolers are quite busy folks these days and getting … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Dave Bradley

A major education debate is expected to take place during next session. I’m preparing by hosting town hall meetings and talking with students, parents and teachers. I’ve heard lots of ideas on how to keep Iowa schools and students competitive. … Continue reading →

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Tom Courtney Holding Public Meetings This Week On Education Reform

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Dave Bradley

Everyone welcome at education reform discussions How can we help our students do even better? Which of Gov. Branstad’s education reform ideas will help our local schools—and which might hurt? I want to know what you think. I’m organizing public … Continue reading →

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Good Tacos For a Good Cause

Posted on November 13, 2011 by Dave Bradley

Carol, my wife,  and I have been associated with a group named Dream Catchers in West Liberty since its inception 7 years ago. Our goal is two-fold: 1) to raise scholarship money for kids in the program which is based … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Dave Bradley

28 – October – 2011 Everyone welcome at education reform discussions How can we help our students do even better? Which of Gov. Branstad’s education reform ideas will help our local schools—and which might hurt? I want to know what … Continue reading →

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The Courtney Report: The Fight For Education Pays Off

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Dave Bradley

Iowa families will continue to have easy access to high-quality, free preschools for four-year-olds. Governor Branstad has announced he now supports the popular statewide preschool initiative that has made Iowa the envy of the nation in recent years. This victory … Continue reading →

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Democrat David Johnson Will Challenge Kaufman In New House District 73

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Republican State Representative Jeff give a handgun to a schizophrenic bill  Kaufmann (HD 79) has a Democratic challenger, David Johnson of West Branch. Johnson is a Gulf war vet and a former West Branch City Council member, employed at UI … Continue reading →

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