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We Can Laugh Because We’re Winning

Posted on October 9, 2008 by bfialindathieman

We Can Laugh Because We're Winning And the Republicans probably won't even be able to steal the election this time!Today, to brighten your day, I am sharing a post from a hilarious blog called Democralypse Now. It advertises itself as … Continue reading →

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Trouble the Water Opens in Des Moines Friday, October 10

Posted on October 8, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Trouble the Water Opens in Des Moines Friday, October 10 The award-winning documentary Trouble the Water opens this Friday, October 10th, at The Fleur Cinema in Des Moines.The film tells an extraordinary story of one family's survival of the flooding … Continue reading →

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Green-collar Jobs in Iowa

Posted on October 7, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Green-collar Jobs in Iowa by Brianne Sanchez, Des Moines RegisterState Senator Ron Hogg (of Linn County, Iowa) wants to add more green to the wardrobes of young professionals in Des Moines. The term “green collar” is a buzzword in the … Continue reading →

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McCain Alienates Iowa Republicans

Posted on October 6, 2008 by bfialindathieman

McCain Alienates Iowa Republicans by Linda ThiemanI mean, really — with John McCain way behind Barack Obama in the Iowa polls, why was he wasting his time here last week? Why not just pull his minuscule Iowa staff and run, … Continue reading →

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UIowa Takes Steps Against Gay-bashing

Posted on October 5, 2008 by bfialindathieman

UIowa Takes Steps Against Gay-bashing The Daily Iowan Editorial BoardFor a long time, the UI has prided itself on providing a progressive, inclusive community for all. . . . When a gay-bashing remark was discovered in a men's North Hall … Continue reading →

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Documentary ‘Uncounted’ Scheduled in Scott County This Month

Posted on October 4, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Documentary 'Uncounted' Scheduled in Scott County This Month Michael Elliott Teams Up with Emmy Award Winning Director David Earnhardt and Hosts Public Screenings of the Documentary “Uncounted – The New Math of American Elections”Michael Elliott, the independent Scott County Auditor … Continue reading →

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Gay, Transgender Ordinance Headed to Vote in Burlington

Posted on October 3, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Gay, Transgender Ordinance Headed to Vote in Burlington by Jeff Abell, The Hawk Eye“In order to be progressive, we need to have [specific forms of discrimination listed] in our code.”–Bev Hunter, Burlington's human resource directorDespite being safeguarded under Iowa law, … Continue reading →

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Progressive Coalition of Central Iowa: Tom Hayden Event, Des Moines, Oct. 13

Posted on October 2, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Progressive Coalition of Central Iowa: Tom Hayden Event Set for Oct. 13 in Des Moines Peace activist, scholar, legislator and author Tom Hayden will be in Des Moines for a special fundraiser banquet for PCCI – Progressive Coalition of Central … Continue reading →

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Iowa Health Care Voters Confront McCain

Posted on October 1, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Iowa Health Care Voters Confront McCain by Andrew Mertens, Iowa for Health CareDemonstration in Des Moines highlights inadequate health care proposed by presidential candidateArea voters united in Iowa for Health Care raised concerns about Senator John McCain's proposed health care … Continue reading →

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Incumbent Molly Regan Runs for Scott Co. Soil & Water Commission

Posted on September 30, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Incumbent Molly Regan Runs for Scott County Soil & Water Conservation Commission by Linda ThiemanScott County's Molly Regan was one of the success stories that came out of the Howard Dean movement in 2004. Inspired by Dean to run for … Continue reading →

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