Category Archives: Jobs

Robert Reich On Romney

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Dave Bradley

I am a fan of Robert Reich. In this article Reich is interviewed by Joan Brunwasser of Citizen’s for Election Reform (CER). Ms. Brunwasser asks the question of Reich that many of us ask over and over to almost anyone … Continue reading →

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Prime the Pump

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Dave Bradley

This is another guest post from Larry Hodgden. 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. Family, education, … Continue reading →

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BRING THE JOBS HOME!

Posted on July 11, 2012 by Dave Bradley

Working families, community members and small business owners will be speaking at a press conference, Thursday July 12, at 4:30 PM at Raygun, 400 East Locust, supporting the “Bring The Jobs Home Act”, that Congress will be voting on. Iowa … Continue reading →

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Romney Types ARE The Problem

Posted on July 7, 2012 by Dave Bradley

July 4th always used to be a day when I felt proud of our country. It used to be the day when I thought of the America where a young person of quite humble background could grow up to be a … 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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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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