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Joe Bolkcom at YouTube!

Posted on June 9, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Joe Bolkcom at YouTube! By Sam GarchikPlease excuse Blog for Iowa for being late on this one. Joe Bolkcom received an award from the Progressive States National Gala and made C-Span last April. Joe also spoke about car loans and … Continue reading →

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ISP Event in West Branch After DFA Meeting

Posted on June 9, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

ISP Event in West Branch After DFA Meeting By ISP Greetings! I hope this finds you well! You are invited to a Sensible Iowans & I-RENEW Ice Cream Social and Educational Meet and Greet. This event is *free* and open … Continue reading →

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The Progressive Iowa Network Organizing Summit

Posted on June 7, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

The Progressive Iowa NetworkOrganizing Summit Saturday, June 9, 2007 Iowa City Public Library123 S. Linn St.Iowa City, IA 52240 9 AM – 3PMAgenda:1. Welcome2. Introductions3. Why a Progressive Network is important for Iowa4. Democracy for America – Support for Iowa’s … Continue reading →

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Environment Iowa : Give Clean Cars the green light!

Posted on June 6, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Environment Iowa : Give Clean Cars the green light! By Nathaniel Baer, Environment Iowa While the federal government has been sitting on its hands when it comes to global warming, the states have been busy. In addition to increasing our … Continue reading →

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Sign a Petition to Protect the Vote

Posted on June 6, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Sign a Petition to Protect the Vote By Sean Flaherty, IVIDear Friends,We got a paper ballot law for our state, but Iowans must step up to ensure that the 2008 Presidential election is not decided by tens of millions of … Continue reading →

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Establishing our Progressive Iowa Network (PIN) – Update

Posted on June 4, 2007 by bfiacarolinevernon

Establishing our Progressive Iowa Network (PIN) – Update By Caroline VernonThis Saturday, June 9th, progressive leaders, legislators and activists from various organizations across Iowa will come together for the first DFA-Iowa Networking Summit. We will be gathering at the Iowa … Continue reading →

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FEDERAL JUDGE DROPS CHARGES AGAINST SEVEN PEACE ACTIVISTS

Posted on June 2, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

FEDERAL JUDGE DROPS CHARGES AGAINST SEVEN PEACE ACTIVISTS By Brian TerrellActing yesterday on a motion by the United States Attorney, US Magistrate Judge Celeste F. Bremer ordered that charges against seven central Iowa peace activists be dropped. “The Court finds … Continue reading →

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5,000 Iowans Pledge to Caucus for Priorities

Posted on June 1, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

5,000 Iowans Pledge to Caucus for Priorities By ISPPledgers say candidates’ priorities will shape who they choose to support during their precinct CaucusesWith more committed supporters than any presidential campaign at this stage in the game, the Caucus for Priorities … Continue reading →

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PRACTICAL FARMERS OF IOWA ANNOUNCES 2007 FIELD DAYS

Posted on May 31, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

PRACTICAL FARMERS OF IOWA ANNOUNCES 2007 FIELD DAYS By Practical Farmers of Iowa (Iowa Farmers Union is sponsoring the Aug. 4 field day.)Summertime is here and so is the season for Practical Farmers of Iowa Field Days. Whether youre a … Continue reading →

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Rev. James Lawson to give keynote address at 32nd Annual Iowa CCI Convention

Posted on May 30, 2007 by bfiasamgarchik

Rev. James Lawson to give keynote address at 32nd Annual Iowa CCI Convention By ICCIReverend James Lawson will share his experiences as a civil rights activist at the 32nd Annual Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement Convention, July 13th at 8:00 … Continue reading →

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