Category Archives: Jack Hatch

Jack Hatch Debates Iowa Governor

Iowa Public Television hosted the first gubernatorial debate between Senator Jack Hatch and the incumbent yesterday at the State Fair. It is 60 minutes of time worth spending if one cares about Iowa politics and the future of our state. … Continue reading

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Yes, Hatch Can!

We were invited to an appearance by Jack Hatch at a friend’s house the other evening. I must say that I was greatly impressed by the man. Unlike the boisterous campaign of his opponent, Senator Hatch was subdued yet quite … Continue reading

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“We Are Willing To Fight For It!”

Ladies and Gentlemen, Senator Elizabeth Warren at Netroots Nation last Saturday: If Reublicans take control of the senate, our country will once more be stopped from moving forward. Worse yet we will most likely go through two years of money … Continue reading

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A Fresh Start For Iowa? Yes!

The commercial that kicks off the Jack Hatch campaign for governor is refreshing in an era of the average run of the mill campaign ad of today. Most stretch the truth beyond recognition. Senator Hatch’s ad is simple and straight … Continue reading

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Let’s Back Jack

The way I figure it, Terry Branstad is taking his pension for being governor, so he owes it to get the hell out of the governor’s office and retire. He can’t seem to figure out that when he gets a … Continue reading

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Hatch For Iowa Governor

A letter from Jack and Sonja Hatch dated May 30, 2014: We will celebrate 28 years of marriage today, and we’re having the same experience many couples do: it’s hard to believe the time has gone by so fast. We … Continue reading

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Bernie Sanders In Clinton County Tonight

Just a short reminder that Senator Bernie Sanders will be speaking at the Clinton County Hall of Fame dinner tonight, Saturday May 17th. The event is being held at the Millenium Ballroom in Goose Lake. Dave Loebsack and Gubernatorial candidate … Continue reading

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Hillary-Dillary-Doc

Karl Rove made an absolutely insane statement earlier this week. Since it was so out there only about 1/3 of Americans will believe it instead of the usual half. As you may well know, what Rove said was: “Thirty days … Continue reading

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Unbelievable But True

I was making a purchase the other day at a local convenience store. I was purchasing a newspaper. The Headline was simply “Global Warmimg.” The young clerk, looked like a college frosh, muttered something under his breath. I aaked if … Continue reading

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Wow!

Have you seen the great news? First, Public Policy Polling recently released a poll that found that my friend Jack Hatch is within a couple of points of becoming the next Governor of Iowa. Then, a GOP polling firm released … Continue reading

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