Category Archives: Ira Lacher

Ira Lacher: Is A True Progressive Agenda Possible?

Is A True Progressive Agenda Possible? 'Twas a busy and wacky weekend, working on a musical project for a friend and other sundry tasks. So nothing really new to rant on this morning, except the anticipation of the District 3 … Continue reading

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Ira Lacher: The Call of the Bratwurst

The Call of the Bratwurst Ever get a gnawing, rumbling, grumbling feeling in your stomach, like when the bratwurst with onions, ketchup and mustard that tasted so great at the ballpark a few hours ago starts haunting you on your … Continue reading

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Ira Lacher: “The Gay Agenda”

“The Gay Agenda” Yipes! There it was again – “the gay agenda.” No, this wasn't coming from the God-fearing mouth of the ayatollah Ken Veenstra. (“Jonathan Wilson has made it rather clear that he wants to promote a gay agenda, … Continue reading

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Ira Lacher: One Whiff of Fresh Air – Literally

One Whiff of Fresh Air – Literally One whiff of fresh air — literally — that emerged from a depressing Tuesday was Gov. Vilsack's veto of a billthat would have effectively killed any hope of meaningful regulation of odors from … Continue reading

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Ira Lacher: Who is Leonard Boswell?

Who is Leonard Boswell? Leonard Boswell is not Ron Dellums. He can't becounted on to represent the views of most progressives in Iowa who staunchly favor a woman's right to choose, oppose an amendment banning flag burning, oppose unbridled NAFTA-like … Continue reading

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Ira Lacher: The “N” Word

Blog for Iowa is pleased to announce we have our very own columnist.  His name is Ira Lacher, he is a professional writer, and he did media work on the Iowa Dean campaign.  Not one to mince words, Ira's pieces … Continue reading

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