Category Archives: Local Events

Des Moines Showing Outfoxed and Uncovered September 3 and 4

Des Moines Showing 'Outfoxed' and 'Uncovered' September 3 & 4 Due to the tremendous success of the free screenings of these two Robert Greenwald films last weekend at the Vaudeville Mews (212 4th ST in downtown Des Moines), the films … Continue reading

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Bush in Cedar Rapids on September 3rd

Bush in Cedar Rapids on September 3rd I mean, really – why do we have to keep fumigating the state? Tell Bush What's on Your Mind ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, George W. Bush is traveling to Cedar Rapids for a … Continue reading

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News and Notes from Deanland and DFIA

New Book Out Soon: “The Tea Is In The Harbor” Scott Goldstein, a DFA 2.0 intern, and active member of Generation Dean, has announced that his new book, “The Tea Is In The Harbor,” will be out in October. “The … Continue reading

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DFA/DFIA Meet Up This Week

DFA/DFIA Meet Up This Week Cedar Rapids Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 7:00 PM at Brewed Awakenings Coffeehouse – 1271 First Ave. SE Des Moines Grounds for Celebration, 2645 Beaver Ave, Des Moines, is the location. Wednesday, September 1, 7 pm … Continue reading

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September 2nd Parties: You’re Invited!

September 2nd Parties: You’re Invited! Iowa City Party More Bush & Grassley? Fuhgeddabout it! Does the idea of another round of Republican “leadership” make you want to scream? Then join us for the Art Small Meet & Greet and Great … Continue reading

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Greet Bush in Des Moines Tomorrow (New Time!)

“Greet” Bush in Des Moines Tomorrow (New Time!) George W. Bush will be flying into Des Moines on Tuesday (tomorrow) to attend the Farm Progress show.  We're assembling a giant welcoming committee of several hundred people to show him that … Continue reading

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Vilsack Supports Mike Owen

Vilsack Supports Mike Owen Mike Owen, Democrat for State Representative District 79, Cedar, Johnson, Muscatine Counties Gov. Vilsack Speaks Up for Our Commitment: Education Our campaign's commitment to education received a boost Tuesday as Governor Vilsack appeared at a news … Continue reading

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Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility Convene September 11

Iowa Physicians for Social Responsibility Convene September 11 The public is welcome Please consider joining us on September 11 in the Des Moines Botanical Center as we reassess our situation at home and abroad regarding the so-called “war on terrorism.”  … Continue reading

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Cleland and Heinz in Iowa This Week

Cleland and Heinz in Iowa This Week Former U.S. Senator Max Cleland, (D-GA), will be in Cedar Rapids on Friday, August 27.  Cleland, a Vietman vet, will be joining John Kerry's band of brothers, men who actually served with Kerry, … Continue reading

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Dems Are a Hit at State Fair Parade!

Dems Are a Hit at State Fair Parade! A Report from Christina Butts Photo courtesy of Christina Butts Hey, the Iowa State Fair Parade was great yesterday, with a good turn out of charged and energized Democrats! WooHoo! We had … Continue reading

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