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A La Carte Price on FCC’s Menu

Posted on February 20, 2006 by Trish Nelson

A La Carte Price on FCC's Menu Free Press The 2006 FCC says the 2004 FCC got it wrong on à la carte cable choice, largely because it relied on a faulty study conducted by industry consultants Booz Allen Hamilton. … Continue reading →

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IOWA’S WATER WOES

Posted on February 19, 2006 by bfiamollyreagan

IOWA'S WATER WOES Last Sunday, February 12th, the headlines of the Des Moines Register read: 'NO CLEAR SOLUTIONS TO STATE'S TAINTED WATER' This article by Perry Beeman/Register staff writer goes on to say that recreation and more businesses would come … Continue reading →

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Help Bring Air America Radio to Cedar Rapids-Iowa City

Posted on February 18, 2006 by Trish Nelson

Help bring Air America Radio to the Cedar Rapids-Iowa City Corridor Hey, radio fans, are you tired of Rush Limbaugh and the right wing lies, distortions, and propaganda every time you turn on the radio for news? Well, … Continue reading →

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New Report: In Iowa, Straight Students Harassed for Having Gay Friends

Posted on February 17, 2006 by bfialindathieman

New Report: In Iowa, Straight Students Harassed for Having Gay Friends Iowa Pride Network According to a new study released last week by the Iowa Pride Network, a significant percentage of straight students are harassed and bullied in Iowa high … Continue reading →

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Report on Health Care Lobby Day in Des Moines

Posted on February 16, 2006 by bfiacarolinevernon

Report on Health Care Lobby Day in Des Moines by Caroline Vernoncontributions by Karen Metcalf On February 7th, many health care advocates from across the state came together in association with Democracy For America, Democracy For Iowa and Iowa … Continue reading →

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TOUR Canceled: Back on the Road with Ed Fallon Feb. 16-17

Posted on February 15, 2006 by bfialindathieman

Back on the Road with Ed Fallon Feb. 16-17 *THIS TOUR HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER. 2-16-06 Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rep. Ed Fallon will be on the road this Thursday and Friday unveiling his plan for universal health … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Campaign Organizer, Fallon for Governor

Posted on February 15, 2006 by bfialindathieman

Job Opening: Campaign Organizer, Fallon for Governor Fallon for Governor is NOW HIRING! Campaign Organizer Position to start March 1, 2006 Qualifications: Experience in electoral or community organizing. Ability to work 50 hour work weeks (Monday – Saturday) Motivated to … Continue reading →

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Fallon: State Legislature Overrun with Special Interests

Posted on February 14, 2006 by bfialindathieman

Fallon: State Legislature Overrun with Special Interests State Representative and gubernatorial candidate Ed Fallon (D-Des Moines) said on Monday that special interest money in politics is keeping the state legislature from making “obvious moves” on issues most Iowans … Continue reading →

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This Week In Media

Posted on February 13, 2006 by bfiaarronwings

This Week in Media PATV.TV You Don't Know What You Got Til' It's Gone… Public Access Television is facing a number of battles in the House and Senate. Today, February 13, is the last day for submitting your concerns to the … Continue reading →

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What You Can Do To Ensure Reliable Elections in Iowa

Posted on February 13, 2006 by Trish Nelson

What You Can Do To Ensure Reliable Elections in Iowa OpEdNews Last Thursday, Blog for Iowa asked you to contact your state representatives in Des Moines to demand verifiable elections in Iowa. Today, we are asking Blog for Iowa … Continue reading →

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