Category Archives: Local Events

Moving Planet Day September 24 – Local Events In Iowa

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Trish Nelson

moving-planet.org Moving Planet September 24, 2011 Moving Planet will be a day to put our demands for climate action into motion—marching, biking, skating—calling for the world to go beyond fossil fuels. WHY: For too long, our leaders have denied and … Continue reading →

Cedar Rapids, Sioux City “IN.”

Posted on September 19, 2011 by Trish Nelson

iowacaucus.com Obama Campaign Offices Open In Cedar Rapids, Sioux City September 20 President Obama’s re-election campaign effort, Organizing for America, hosts office opening parties and phone banks for volunteers and supporters in Cedar Rapids and Sioux City on Tuesday, Sept. … Continue reading →

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For Everyday Iowans the Game is Rigged

Posted on September 17, 2011 by Paul Deaton

That former Iowa Senator Swati Dandekar was a lapdog for certain public utilities became clear while I was listening to the House of Representatives debate HF 561 in the gallery earlier this year. HF 561 is what is called a … Continue reading →

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34th Annual Harkin Steak Fry Sunday

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Trish Nelson

I am sending you a quick note to share an exciting update about the upcoming Steak Fry. I am thrilled to announce that my friend Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont will be joining us at the 34th Annual Harkin Steak … Continue reading →

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Small & Community Windpower 2011 Conference

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Trish Nelson

from Mike Carberry, Director of Green State Solutions: I would like to make sure everyone knows about the Small & Community Windpower 2011 Conference and Exhibition in Des Moines, IA, on September 15-17, 2011. Produced by AWEA (American Wind Energy … Continue reading →

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Honor 9/11 Victims By Bringing Home Troops

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Our friend Ed Flaherty spoke at a 9/11 commemoration in Iowa City yesterday. Here are his remarks. We all speak today of healing, understanding and peacemaking. The images of Sept. 11, 2001 are etched in our minds. But we need … Continue reading →

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Fighting Bob Fest 10

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Trish Nelson

They only call it class war when we fight back… Fighting Bob Fest 10 – September 11, 2011 The 10th Anniversary of Fighting Bob Fest is moving to Madison! With: Dennis Kucinich, Thom Hartmann, Jim Hightower, Greg Palast, Bernie Sanders, … Continue reading →

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PEACE Iowa To Hold First Annual Meeting

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Trish Nelson

Everyone is welcome at the PEACE Iowa annual meeting this Saturday at noon! PEACE Iowa First Annual Meeting Saturday September 10, 2011 City Park Shelter #8 (an enclosed shelter near the pond in LOWER City Park) (corner of Dubuque St. … Continue reading →

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Vilsack Unveils Jobs Plan Today In Sioux City

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Trish Nelson

SIOUX CITY

Former Iowa First Lady Christie Vilsack will be stopping in Sioux City Thursday morning at Western Iowa Tech Advanced Technology Lab to announce her first economic policy initiative which she says will create more jobs in Iowa. 10:00 am Continue reading →

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IDP5 Meets For Last Time, Harkin And Vilsack Team Up

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Trish Nelson

It’s going to be a busy and exciting week for the 5th-soon-to-be-4th District Democrats as they gear up for the race the nation will be watching. Steak Supper Fundraiser with US Sen. Tom Harkin and future 4th District Congresswoman Christie … Continue reading →

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